Senior Python Backend Engineer | Remote Full-Stack Lead

Worky; New York (NY); Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Worky is seeking a Senior Full-Stack Developer focused on backend Python to join our remote-first team in the PST timezone. You will own backend design and contribute to frontend tasks, collaborating with product managers and designers from concept to deployment.

You'll work with Django or FastAPI, PostgreSQL, Redis, and AWS, building scalable APIs, improving performance, and guiding best practices. Strong English communication and startup mindset required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in software development with strong Python backend.
• Proficiency with Django or FastAPI and PostgreSQL.
• Experience with AWS and Redis.
• Strong English communication in remote teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of web and mobile apps.
• Focus 70% backend in Python; 30% frontend with React/React Native.
• Architect scalable backend systems using Django or FastAPI.
• Build robust APIs with performance, reliability, and security.
• Collaborate with product managers and designers from concept to deployment.
• Optimize performance and data processing; handle integrations.
• Conduct code reviews and mentor junior developers.
• Use AI tools to streamline workflows and features.

Skills

Python

Django

FastAPI

PostgreSQL

Redis

AWS

React

React Native

AI/Automation

Problem-solving

Communication

Tools

Django

FastAPI

React

React Native

PostgreSQL

Redis

AWS

Job description

Worky is seeking a Senior Full-Stack Developer focused on backend Python to join our remote-first team in the PST timezone. You will own backend design and contribute to frontend tasks, collaborating with product managers and designers from concept to deployment.

You'll work with Django or FastAPI, PostgreSQL, Redis, and AWS, building scalable APIs, improving performance, and guiding best practices. Strong English communication and startup mindset required.