Python Engineer II

Fliff; Remote; PLN 210,000 - 296,000; Full time

Job summary

A sports gaming company based in Poland is looking for a Middle Python Developer to enhance backend service development. This role involves ownership of backend features, collaboration in a remote setting, and using Python and Django to build maintainable solutions. Ideal candidates will have over 3 years of Python experience, as well as familiarity with Docker and cloud platforms. Join a dynamic team and contribute to innovative sports gaming experiences while enjoying a fully remote work environment.

Benefits

Fully remote work environment

Professional development opportunities

Supportive workplace culture

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Python backend development.
• Solid experience with Django and asynchronous Python.
• Good grasp of Docker containerization.

Responsibilities

• Own features and services from development through deployment.
• Develop backend APIs and services using Python and Django.
• Collaborate on scalable solutions with team members.

Skills

Python backend development

Django

Asynchronous Python (asyncio)

Apache Kafka

Docker

PostgreSQL

CI/CD workflows

English communication

Tools

Docker

Grafana

Prometheus

Job description

Fliff unpacks sports gaming into social, free-to-play games for all types of sports fans. We've built a social sports gaming experience that allows users to compete for leaderboard positioning, to achieve badges and build their status within the game.

We are pioneering play-for-fun sports gaming, with our flagship social sportsbook experience that includes sweepstakes promotions and loyalty rewards. We provide sports fans with fun, engaging, and free-to-play alternatives to real money gaming.

We are seeking a Middle Python Developer to contribute to backend service development in a distributed environment. You will own features and collaborate to deliver reliable, maintainable backend services using Python and Django. This role will work closely with our team in Sofia, Bulgaria, and requires comfort collaborating and operating in EEST (Eastern European Time).

What You’ll Do

• Take ownership of assigned backend features and services from development through deployment and support
• Develop backend APIs and services using Python and Django
• Work on message-driven systems (Kafka)
• Write clean, reliable, and well-tested code (unit and integration tests)
• Collaborate with team members to design scalable solutions and meet delivery deadlines
• Participate in code reviews
• Assist in the deployment and maintenance of containerized services
• Support cloud-based environments and CI/CD pipelines
• Participate in on-call rotations and production support

What We're Looking For

• 3+ years of professional Python backend development experience
• Solid experience with Django and asynchronous Python (asyncio)
• Exposure to Apache Kafka or similar message brokers in production
• Experience with Docker containerization
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS or others)
• Good knowledge of PostgreSQL or relational databases
• Experience writing automated tests
• Comfortable with CI/CD workflows and monitoring tools (Grafana, Prometheus)
• Good English communication skills
• Ability to work in Agile teams and perform code reviews
• Willingness to participate in on-call rotations

Nice to Have

• Kubernetes experience
• Knowledge of frontend technologies (React)
• Exposure to event sourcing and CQRS
• Experience with big data frameworks like Flink

Benefits

• Fully remote work environment.
• Professional development opportunities in a dynamic, global setting.
• A supportive, collaborative, and knowledge-driven workplace.
• An engaging and challenging role with the freedom to innovate and develop effective solutions.

We are a multinational company with our headquarters based in Philadelphia, and offices in New York, Austin, and Sofia, Bulgaria. Wherever we are in the world, we pride ourselves on being a close-knit, focused team that is welcoming and friendly, and the work that we do is always interesting and rewarding. Wherever we are in the world, we pride ourselves on being a close-knit, focused team that is:

Welcoming and Friendly

We want to reflect the diversity of the cities we serve. By creating an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive, we’ll make Fliff better for employees and customers alike.

Lively and Creative

We respect and value each other’s ideas, experience and expertise. There is no such thing as a bad idea; only ideas that are executed and ideas that are discarded after consideration.

Stimulating and Rewarding

We know bright minds love a challenge, and we understand your desire to see your hard work pay off. We’ll make sure your daily tasks align with your career ambitions as we grow together.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Fliff is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Join Our Team

If you're ready to be part of an exciting, innovative, and dynamic team, apply now to help shape the future of sports gaming with Fliff.

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