Remote Python Backend Engineer — Scalable APIs

BairesDev; Peru (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

USD salary compensation

Home-office setup provided

Flexible hours

Parental leave & vacations

Job summary

BairesDev is seeking a Python Backend Engineer to design, build, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs powering modern software applications. You will work with Django, FastAPI, or Flask, and coordinate with teams to define standards and features.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years in Python backend development, strong PostgreSQL expertise, and excellent English. This 100% remote role offers flexible hours and global collaboration opportunities.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in Software Engineering with a focus on Python backend development.
• Proven expertise in building scalable backend services and APIs using Python.
• Proficiency with Python web frameworks such as Django, FastAPI, or Flask.
• Deep understanding of database integration and management using PostgreSQL.
• Strong background in software engineering best practices, including code optimization and API design.
• Advanced proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services and RESTful APIs using Python.
• Implement and optimize web applications using frameworks such as Django, FastAPI, or Flask.
• Design and manage relational database schemas and integrations, specifically with PostgreSQL.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define architectural standards and feature requirements.
• Ensure the performance, security, and reliability of backend systems through rigorous testing and optimization.

Skills

Python

Backend development

API design

English proficiency

Tools

Django

FastAPI

Flask

PostgreSQL

Job description

BairesDev is seeking a Python Backend Engineer to design, build, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs powering modern software applications. You will work with Django, FastAPI, or Flask, and coordinate with teams to define standards and features.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years in Python backend development, strong PostgreSQL expertise, and excellent English. This 100% remote role offers flexible hours and global collaboration opportunities.