Semi Senior Python Backend Engineer

Workana; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Competitive salary

Flexible hours

Job summary

Workana is seeking a Semi-Senior Python Backend Engineer for a fully remote role serving international teams across Latin America and beyond. You will design, develop, and optimize backend services using Python (Django/Flask), build robust RESTful APIs, and contribute to scalable microservices architectures.

You will collaborate with frontend, product, and UX/UI teams in an agile environment, with a focus on performance, code quality, and continuous integration/deployment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of backend development with Python.
• Experience with Django or Flask and building RESTful APIs.
• Familiar with SQL and NoSQL databases and cloud platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust backend applications using Python frameworks such as Django and Flask.
• Collaborate with frontend team to create RESTful APIs.
• Optimize existing code and databases for performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Participate in code reviews to uphold best practices and maintain high code quality.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines for efficient deployment and integration processes.
• Work with SQL and NoSQL databases to manage data storage solutions.
• Engage in agile methodologies, contributing to sprint planning and retrospectives.

Skills

Python

Django

Flask

RESTful APIs

Microservices

SQL

NoSQL

AWS

CI/CD

Remote teamwork

Bilingual English/Spanish

Tools

PostgreSQL

MySQL

MongoDB

Cassandra

AWS

Git

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

We are seeking a talented Semi-Senior Python Backend Engineer to join our dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a diverse group of professionals in a fully remote work environment, focusing on innovative projects that leverage cutting-edge technologies. As a key member of our engineering team, you will have the chance to contribute to the development of scalable backend solutions that drive our applications.

In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including frontend developers, product managers, and UX/UI designers, to deliver high-quality software solutions. You will be part of a culture that values knowledge sharing, continuous learning, and international collaboration, ensuring that your work has a meaningful impact on our products and users across Latin America and beyond.

What You’ll Do

• Design, develop, and maintain robust backend applications using Python frameworks such as Django and Flask.
• Collaborate with the frontend team to create seamless RESTful APIs that enhance user experience.
• Optimize existing code and databases for performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Participate in code reviews to uphold best practices and maintain high code quality.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines for efficient deployment and integration processes.
• Work with SQL and NoSQL databases to manage data storage solutions effectively.
• Engage in agile methodologies, contributing to sprint planning and retrospectives.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in backend development using Python, with a strong preference for Django or Flask frameworks.
• Proficient in building and consuming RESTful APIs, with a solid understanding of microservices architecture.
• Experience with SQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and familiarity with NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms, particularly AWS, and experience implementing CI/CD practices.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a remote team.
• Proficiency in both Spanish and English, with excellent communication skills.
• Nice to Have Experience with FastAPI for building high-performance APIs.
• Previous involvement in international projects or teams.
• Knowledge of frontend technologies (e.g., React, Angular) to facilitate better collaboration with frontend developers.

Benefits

• Fully remote position, allowing you to work from anywhere in Latin America.
• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Flexible working hours to promote a healthy work-life balance.