Entry-Level Python Engineer

Stealth Startup; Remote; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing tech company is seeking an Entry-Level Python Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role involves writing clean Python code, building backend services and APIs, and collaborating closely with senior engineers and product managers. Ideal for recent graduates, the position offers a competitive salary of up to $150,000 plus equity, with fully remote work options available. This is a fantastic opportunity for those eager to learn and grow their skills in an innovative environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to $150,000 base + equity

Fully remote work

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Solid understanding of Python fundamentals.
• Knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and OOP concepts.

Responsibilities

• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented Python code.
• Build and maintain backend services and RESTful APIs.
• Debug, test, and optimize applications for performance and reliability.

Skills

Python fundamentals

Problem-solving skills

Agile development processes

Understanding of data structures

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Git

Django

Flask

Job description

We’re looking for an Entry-Level Python Engineer to join our growing engineering team. This role is ideal for recent graduates or early-career engineers who are excited to build scalable applications, work with modern technologies, and grow their skills in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

You’ll work closely with senior engineers, product managers, and designers to develop backend services, APIs, and data-driven features that power customer-facing products.

What You’ll Do

• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented Python code
• Build and maintain backend services and RESTful APIs
• Debug, test, and optimize applications for performance and reliability
• Work with databases (SQL and/or NoSQL)
• Participate in code reviews and agile development processes
• Learn and apply software engineering best practices

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Solid understanding of Python fundamentals
• Knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and OOP concepts
• Familiarity with Git and basic development workflows
• Strong problem-solving skills and eagerness to learn

Nice to Have

• Experience with Django, Flask, or FastAPI
• Exposure to REST APIs, JSON, and HTTP
• Basic knowledge of PostgreSQL, MySQL, or NoSQL databases
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
• Python projects (academic, personal, or internship-based)

What We Offer

• Competitive salary up to $150,000 base + equity
• Fully remote work with Boston & NYC-based teams