Senior Python Backend Engineer

Accountabilities:

• Design, develop, and scale robust backend applications and services using Python and Django.


• Optimize application performance and troubleshoot complex scalability and system bottlenecks within a high-volume SaaS platform.


• Refactor and modernize legacy systems to improve maintainability, reliability, and long-term scalability.


• Build and maintain clean, scalable RESTful APIs that support frontend applications and third-party integrations.


• Conduct code reviews, implement automated testing practices, and contribute to high engineering quality standards.


• Collaborate closely with product, frontend, and cross-functional engineering teams on architecture and system design decisions.


• Mentor junior developers and foster a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence.


• Implement security best practices, maintain technical documentation, and support compliance and operational stability.

Requirements

• Strong professional experience as a Backend Engineer with Python, including advanced knowledge of Django.


• Proven experience developing and maintaining scalable SaaS applications in fast-paced environments.


• Solid understanding of backend architecture, API design, and software scalability principles.


• Experience refactoring legacy codebases and improving performance, maintainability, and reliability.


• Proficiency with relational and NoSQL databases.


• Experience with Docker and containerized services.


• Familiarity with cloud-based solutions and AWS services such as Lambda, ECS, EKS, or App Runner is a plus.


• Strong understanding of Agile software development methodologies and collaborative engineering practices.


• Experience with automated testing frameworks and code quality assurance processes.


• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with a proactive, builder-oriented mindset.


• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in distributed international teams.


• Full professional proficiency in both German and English.

• Fully remote work environment across Europe.


• Competitive salary and benefits package.


• Opportunity to work in a fast-growing international SaaS company within the healthcare technology sector.


• Learning and professional development opportunities.


• Modern tools and resources to support productivity and innovation.


• Collaborative and diverse global team culture.


• Frequent company events and international team engagement initiatives.


• High-impact role with strong ownership and career growth opportunities.


• Flexible work environment that values autonomy, continuous improvement, and innovation.

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