Principal Python Engineer

TL;DR

Principal Python Engineer (Backend): Building and optimizing scalable data platforms and analytics systems with an accent on handling massive data queries efficiently and improving system reliability. Focus on designing architecture for 10x growth, improving engineering productivity, and solving complex data performance challenges.

Location: Remote, work from anywhere with team distributed globally across Europe and nearby regions.

Company

hirify.global is a leading user behavior analytics platform trusted by Fortune 500 companies, focused on insider risk mitigation, security, productivity optimization, and compliance.

What you will do

• Design and maintain scalable architecture to support 10x growth without increasing complexity
• Improve engineering team productivity through better tools and patterns
• Build self-healing systems to ensure reliability and uptime
• Develop solutions for advanced analytics and data query performance
• Evaluate and select databases, frameworks, and technologies, and share knowledge with the team

Requirements

• Remote work from anywhere is allowed
• Strong expertise in Python and backend technologies
• Experience with databases such as PostgreSQL and ClickHouse
• Ability to solve complex data performance and scalability challenges
• Good English proficiency (B2 or higher)

Culture & Benefits

• Fully remote team since 2014 with flexible work policies
• Competitive salary and career growth opportunities
• Flexible paid time off and laptop reimbursement
• Ongoing training and development support
• Collaborative and inclusive global team culture

Hiring process

• Up to 3 interviews, possibly streamlined for some candidates
• More thorough process for director-level roles and above
• Reference and background checks required