Python Developer

remarqable; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

In-person collaboration

Job summary

remarqable is seeking an entry-level Python developer in the Minneapolis area to help build backend services and REST APIs powering our AI-driven SaaS tools. You’ll work closely with a small local team, mentor, and gain ownership of core features within a startup context.

You’ll contribute to open-source workflows, collaborate in person in downtown Minneapolis, and grow quickly by shipping real-world SaaS architecture and services.

Qualifications

• Basic experience with Python and hands-on coding projects counts.
• Familiarity with SQL databases, REST APIs, and CLI tools.
• Willingness to learn real-world dev workflows (GitHub, issue tracking, testing).
• Interest in open-source/startups/SaaS development; in-person collaboration in Twin Cities.

Responsibilities

• Build backend services and REST APIs in Python for sparQ’s apps.
• Work with databases like PostgreSQL and SQLite; ensure performance.
• Contribute to a GitHub-driven open-source project with clean docs.

Skills

Python

SQL

REST APIs

CLI tools

GitHub

Docker

HTMX

Flask/FastAPI

DevOps

Cloud deployment

Open-source interest

Tools

Docker

HTMX

Flask

FastAPI

PostgreSQL

Job description

Note: We’re only considering candidates based in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area at this time. Out-of-area applications will not be reviewed.

Join the Ground Floor of a Big Idea

sparsQ is a new AI-powered productivity suite for small businesses—think “simpler than Zoho, smarter than Google.” We're building an all-in-one business platform to help small teams do big things. We're currently looking for a motivated, entry-level Python developer to join us at the earliest stage.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the foundation of a commercial SaaS product, with mentorship and real ownership of your work.

Build backend services and REST APIs in Python to power sparQ’s productivity apps (like Contacts, Invoicing, Docs, and Chat)

Work with SQLite, PostgreSQL, Docker, and HTMX for performance-focused development

Participate in a GitHub-driven open-source project and follow clean coding and documentation practices

Collaborate with a small local team and work in an office downtown Minneapolis

Learn and grow fast as you contribute to real-world SaaS architecture

What You Should Bring

Basic experience with Python (personal, academic, or internship projects count)

Familiarity with SQL databases (especially PostgreSQL), REST APIs, and CLI tools

Passion for clean, readable code and a willingness to learn real-world dev workflows (GitHub, issue tracking, testing)

Curiosity about open-source, startups, or SaaS development

Ability to work independently and deliver on tasks with minimal handholding

Must be located in the Twin Cities metro and available for in-person collaboration

Experience with Docker, Flask/FastAPI, or HTMX

Familiarity with GitHub and open-source contribution

Interest in DevOps, cloud deployment (DigitalOcean, Linode)

Enthusiasm for AI and automation tools

What We Offer

$25/hr based on experience

Direct mentorship from a technical founder with startup experience

Opportunity to become a core contributor to a global SaaS platform