Senior Python Engineer

Binagora; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible time off

Learning & development

Referral program

Binagora Week celebrations

Job summary

Binagora is seeking a Senior Python Developer to drive backend engineering and a migration to Django/DRF with a React frontend. You will shape scalable APIs while collaborating across teams to ensure data integrity and minimal downtime.

The role emphasizes backend/API design, distributed systems, and modern DevOps practices in a fully remote setting with diverse, international clients.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional development experience (language-agnostic).
• 3+ years of backend development with Python, Django, DRF.
• Experience with system design patterns and distributed/microservices architectures.
• Knowledge of message brokers (RabbitMQ, Kafka) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong SQL, PostgreSQL/MySQL and ORM usage.
• Experience with modern DevOps/CI/CD pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead migration from legacy Java Spring Boot to Django-based backend and React frontend.
• Design, build, and maintain scalable RESTful APIs in Python (Django/DRF).
• Collaborate across teams to migrate logic, ensure data integrity, and minimize downtime during migration.
• Write clean, well-tested backend (Python) and frontend (React) code.
• Participate in architecture discussions and code reviews to optimize performance.

Skills

Python

Django/DRF

Distributed systems

Microservices

API design

CI/CD

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

RabbitMQ

Kafka

Job description

About Binagora

At Binagora, we are a fully remote community of software crafters with over a decade of experience partnering with international clients. We collaborate with bold organizations to deliver high-quality, custom solutions that achieve tangible results. Our expertise spans various sectors, including Media & Entertainment, Solar Energy, Healthcare, Marketing, Audit & Compliance, Diversity & Inclusion, among many others. From initial strategy to final delivery, we go above and beyond, infusing creativity and aligning with business objectives to develop innovative products that challenge conventions and propel businesses forward.

Our Client

Our client provides the leading professional development platform purpose-built exclusively for accounting and advisory firms. They offer the only comprehensive solution for managing learning compliance, L&D initiatives, attendance tracking, and training content. Trusted by over 130 of the top 200 firms, their platform boasts over 99% client retention by helping administrators and compliance specialists save countless hours on manual tasks and eliminate risky errors.

As a Senior Python Developer, you will be the backbone of our client's professional development platform, focusing on high-quality backend engineering and scalable system design.

Responsibilities

• Lead the re-platforming effort to migrate legacy Java Spring Boot microservices into a modern Django-based Python API and React frontend architecture.
• Design, build, and maintain scalable, robust RESTful APIs in Python (Django/DRF) to support core product functionality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to migrate service logic, ensure data integrity, and minimize system downtime during the migration phase.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code across both backend (Python) and frontend (React) services.
• Participate in architectural discussions, code reviews, and technical decision-making to optimize platform performance and developer experience.

Qualifications and Requirements

Must-Haves

• 5+ years of professional development experience (language-agnostic)
• 3+ years of professional backend development experience using Python, with demonstrated proficiency in Django, including Django REST Framework (DRF).
• Extensive knowledge and hands-on experience implementing system design patterns.
• Understanding of distributed systems, microservices-oriented architecture, message brokers (e.g., RabbitMQ, Kafka), and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• High proficiency with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL), SQL query optimization, and ORMs.
• Solid experience using modern DevOps/CI/CD pipelines.

Nice-to-Haves

• Previous experience refactoring/migrating legacy codebases.
• Professional experience working with Java and Spring Boot.
• Hands-on experience building dynamic, responsive user interfaces using React.
• Proven experience in API integrations.
• Experience working with NoSQL databases.

• Trust-based culture: We highly value ownership and we trust in our team's skills and seniority to achieve goals.
• Remote work: Enjoy working remotely! We are spread-headed in different locations in LATAM and Europe.
• Flexible time off policy.
• Diverse & Impactful Projects: Engage with complex challenges for major players in Media & Entertainment, alongside innovative startups in Solar Energy, Compliance, and other dynamic sectors.
• Learning and development: Get the opportunity to take English classes, trainings and certifications.
• Referral Program: We value connection! Our referral program provides bonuses for successful referrals.

• Strong culture and traditions: We foster a supportive and engaging work environment, highlighted by our annual “Binagora Week”, regular team gatherings and gifts for special occasions.