Senior Backend Engineer, Scalable APIs (Python/AWS)

SupportFinity™; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 190,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity options

Flexible time away

Health plans

Family leave programs

Job summary

A leading software company in Seattle is seeking a Senior Software Engineer - Backend to join their team. This role involves designing, building, and maintaining backend systems crucial for their AI-driven platform. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience, strong skills in Python and API design, and a passion for innovation. The salary range is competitive at $190,000 - $200,000, complemented by equity and various benefits including health plans and flexible leave options.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional experience in backend software engineering.
• Proficiency in Python or similar languages.
• Deep understanding of API design and security best practices.
• Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code and DevOps practices.
• Excellent communication skills for diverse audiences.
• Strong sense of ownership and passion for continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Architect, develop, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs.
• Design and implement enterprise-grade features for data ingestion and integrations.
• Own the full software development lifecycle.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions.
• Drive technical excellence through code reviews and mentorship.
• Participate in on-call rotations for operational excellence.

Skills

Backend software engineering

Python

API design

Cloud-native systems (AWS)

CI/CD

Communication skills

Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)

Tools

Terraform

Job description

A leading software company in Seattle is seeking a Senior Software Engineer - Backend to join their team. This role involves designing, building, and maintaining backend systems crucial for their AI-driven platform. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience, strong skills in Python and API design, and a passion for innovation. The salary range is competitive at $190,000 - $200,000, complemented by equity and various benefits including health plans and flexible leave options.