Backend Engineer (Python)

TL;DR

Backend Engineer (Python): Designing and implementing end-to-end features for a tech platform for culture and live entertainment with an accent on performance, reliability, and scalability. Focus on architectural discussions, evolving core components, and driving continuous improvement in high-performing services.

Location: Remote from Spain

Relocation: Relocation package available to Spain for international candidates

Company

hirify.global is the world’s leading tech platform for culture and live entertainment, aiming to democratize access to experiences in over 40 countries.

What you will do

• Design and implement end-to-end features within your squad.
• Participate in architectural discussions and propose improvements across services and APIs.
• Work with event-driven systems and focus on performance, reliability, and scalability.
• Collaborate closely with Product, Data, and other Engineering teams.
• Take ownership of core components and help evolve their architecture.
• Lead by example through code reviews, design sessions, and mentoring.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of good practices, testing, and design patterns.
• English: Proficient in business English (C1 required).
• Experience delivering code from development to production.
• Experience with RESTful APIs (implementation and consumption).
• Knowledge of relational databases and SQL.

Nice to have

• Experience with Java (J2EE/Java 17) and Spring/Spring Boot frameworks.
• Familiarity with NoSQL databases.
• Experience with Docker/Kubernetes environments.
• Used to working with tools like Git, Jenkins, CI/CD pipeline.
• Exposure to Elasticsearch, RabbitMQ, or Agile methodologies.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to have a real impact in a high-growth global category leader.
• 40% discount on all hirify.global events and experiences.
• Home office friendly anywhere in Spain.
• Health insurance and flexible remuneration with 100% tax exemption through Cobee.
• English Lessons and Gympass Membership.
• Attractive compensation package consisting of base salary and bonus potential.

Hiring process

• Talent Interview (1 hour).
• Technical Assignment (3 days to complete).
• Team Interview (2 hours) and Engineering Manager Interview (1 hour).