Backend Engineer Los Angeles HQ - Technology

Socotra, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 100% Company Paid Healthcare

Unlimited PTO

Annual Holiday Party

Free weekly catered lunch

Job summary

Socotra, Inc. is looking for a skilled backend developer based in Los Angeles, CA, to design and maintain scalable backend services and APIs using Python and Django. You will contribute to building a financial reconciliation data platform and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful technical solutions.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of experience in Python and AWS services, strong communication skills, and a passion for software craftsmanship. The position offers full company-paid healthcare and unlimited PTO.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of professional experience developing backend applications using Python and Django.
• Experience building scalable, production-grade enterprise applications.
• Proven ability to partner with stakeholders and deliver products from ideation through production deployment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs using Python and Django.
• Build and maintain financial reconciliation data platform with AWS cloud services.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions.

Skills

Backend development with Python and Django

AWS services (SNS, SQS, API Gateway, Step Functions, S3)

AI-powered development tools

Strong communication and collaboration skills

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Job description

SKIMS is a solutions-oriented brand creating the next generation of underwear, loungewear, shapewear, and essentials. We are setting new standards by delivering technically innovative, comfort-driven products with elevated design for everybody.

At the intersection of culture, innovation, and commerce, SKIMS is a global brand redefining modern apparel. Our teams are built on creativity, collaboration, and operational excellence, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive, high-performance environment where ambitious, curious, and values-driven individuals can do the best work of their careers.

As we continue to scale globally, our HQ teams play a critical role in shaping strategy, building world-class infrastructure, and driving sustainable growth across markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs using Python and Django
• Build and maintain financial reconciliation data platform with AWS cloud services
• Build reliable, secure, and high-performance enterprise applications that support business growth
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions and deliver products end-to-end
• Participate in architecture discussions, code reviews, testing, deployment, and operational support
• Leverage modern AI-assisted development tools to improve engineering productivity and software quality
• Contribute to engineering best practices, documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• 3–5 years of professional experience developing backend applications using Python and Django
• Experience building scalable, production-grade enterprise applications
• Strong experience with AWS services, including:
  • SNS
  • SQS
  • API Gateway
  • Step Functions
  • S3
• Experience working with AI-powered development tools such as Claude Code and other modern AI engineering assistants
• Proven ability to partner with stakeholders and deliver products from ideation through production deployment
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Passion for software craftsmanship, maintainable system design, testing, observability, and continuous improvement

Nice to Have

• Experience with AWS Glue, S3, and cloud-based data pipelines for processing, transforming, and integrating large-scale business data
• Experience working in retail and e-commerce organizations and applying AI solutions to areas such as inventory, fulfillment, customer experience, and financial operations

Benefits, Culture and Perks

Benefits and Culture

• Up to 100% Company Paid Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
• Kind Body Fertility Benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with up to 4% match
• Unlimited PTO
• Full Access to LinkedIn learning
• Employee Discounts

Perks (HQ Location)

• Free weekly catered lunch at HQ – M/T/W/Th
• Dog-Friendly office on a Thursday and Friday
• Free Swag Giveaways
• Annual Holiday Party
• Annual Summer Party
• Invitations to pop-ups and other company events
• Complimentary daily office snacks and beverages

Compensation: $150,000 - $165,000 / year