Staff Python Software Engineer (Contract)

Scoutnow; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An early-stage tech startup is seeking a motivated Python Developer to take ownership of backend API projects. This innovative firm focuses on maximizing human potential through technology, offering a dynamic environment for engineers. You will work on exciting projects, collaborate with a small team, and tackle challenges head-on. If you are passionate about learning new technologies and making a meaningful impact, this role is perfect for you. Join a company that values curiosity and collaboration, and help shape the future of hiring and productivity.

Qualifications

• Experience in Python-focused backend development.
• Strong technical and programming skills.

Responsibilities

• Full ownership of the Python tech stack.
• Collaborate with technical and non-technical team members.

Skills

Python

Backend Development

Communication Skills

Machine Learning

AI Applications

Education

Technical Program (CS, Engineering, Math)

Job description

Our company

Scout AI is an early-stage tech startup company working at the intersection of hiring, upskilling, and productivity. Our mission is to maximize human potential by helping companies get more work done, and by helping engineers connect with meaningful job opportunities.

We are a small and mighty team led by Christian Arredondo and Daniel Hernandez based in the San Francisco Bay Area and Texas. We have several paying customers and recently raised our round of pre-seed funding from world class investors at Neo, where we participated in their 2024 accelerator program.

About the role

We have several projects with partner startup companies that are focused on building backend APIs for early products using Python.

Responsibilities

• Full ownership of the Python tech stack

Traits

• You are a strong communicator and enjoy collaborating with technical and non-technical team members
• You are inherently curious and enjoy learning new technologies and skills
• You enjoy tackling problems and challenges head-on, even if it’s outside your comfort zone
• You take full ownership of your tasks and strive to deliver your best work every day

Qualifications

• Python-focused backend development experience
• Excellent technical and programming skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Preferred: Experience building ML / AI apps
• Preferred: Completed a technical program (CS, engineering, math, etc)
• You must have authorization to work in the country in which you intend to live (we cannot sponsor visas at this time)

Location

• Remote: Global (prefer US / LATAM)