Senior Backend Engineer - Python/Django, Scalable APIs

Blueface Ltd; New York (NY); On-site; USD 148,000 - 222,000; Full time

Job summary

FreeWheel, a Comcast company, is seeking a Sr Backend Python Developer in New York. You will design and implement scalable backend services, APIs and data pipelines for a high‑volume advertising platform. You’ll collaborate with teams, review code, and help guide best practices in a distributed system.

You will build robust REST APIs with Django, work with Kubernetes/EKS and AWS, and mentor other engineers while ensuring reliable, high‑quality software releases.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of Python and Django experience.
• RESTful API development with Django.
• Experience with PHP and backend deployments.
• Experience with Kubernetes/EKS and AWS at scale.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify requirements and plan work.
• Design, develop and maintain software and web apps.
• Document development activity and train teammates.
• Lead deployments and monitor performance of backend services.
• Mentor junior engineers and ensure on-time delivery.

Skills

Python

Django

RESTful APIs

PHP

Kubernetes/EKS

AWS

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or relatable field

Tools

Kubernetes/EKS

AWS

PHP

Job description

FreeWheel, a Comcast company, is seeking a Sr Backend Python Developer in New York. You will design and implement scalable backend services, APIs and data pipelines for a high‑volume advertising platform. You’ll collaborate with teams, review code, and help guide best practices in a distributed system.

You will build robust REST APIs with Django, work with Kubernetes/EKS and AWS, and mentor other engineers while ensuring reliable, high‑quality software releases.