Sr. Python Backend Engineer

Nir Yu; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Nir Yu is seeking a Senior Backend Software Engineer with deep expertise in Python and Django Rest Framework to join our engineering team, driving the backend of a market-leading Remote Patient Monitoring platform and coordinating with 3PL and ERP integrations. You will design high-performance REST APIs, manage microservices, and ensure healthcare security and data privacy.

Collaboration with the Lead Backend Engineer and cross-functional partners will be daily to deliver robust, scalable

Qualifications

• 5+ years of backend web development experience shipping production-grade apps.
• 3+ years with Python and Django Rest Framework (DRF).
• Experience in AWS cloud environments (EC2, RDS, Lambda, S3).
• Proven track record building RESTful APIs and scalable microservices.
• Advanced/Fluent English for code reviews and documentation.

Skills

Backend development

Python & DRF

AWS cloud

REST APIs & microservices

English proficiency

Tools

Python

Django Rest Framework (DRF)

AWS: EC2/RDS/Lambda/S3

Job description

The Role:

We are seeking a skilled Senior Backend Software Engineer with deep expertise in Python and Django Rest Framework to join the engineering team driving the development of a market-leading Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) platform. Working closely under the Lead Backend Software Engineer, you will build complex server-side business logic, design high-performance REST APIs, and manage microservices and integrations (such as 3PL logistics and ERP systems) while maintaining strict healthcare security and data privacy standards.

Must-Have Qualifications:

• Overall Experience: 5+ years of professional backend software development experience shipping production-grade web applications.

• Python & DRF Mastery: 3+ years of deep, hands-on experience building with Python and Django Rest Framework (DRF).

• AWS Ecosystem: Solid experience working within AWS cloud environments, specifically EC2, RDS, Lambda, and S3.

• APIs & Integrations: Proven track record building RESTful APIs, scalable microservices, and integrating platforms with external systems (logistics, ERPs).

• English Proficiency: Advanced/Fluent English, essential for code reviews, writing technical documentation, and daily team syncs.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Experience with healthcare data privacy and security standards in regulated environments (Healthtech / HIPAA).

• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, automated deployments, and testing frameworks.

• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with operations, fulfillment, and business development teams.