Senior / Staff Backend Engineer (Python)

TL;DR

Senior / Staff Backend Engineer (Python): Designing and building robust, secure backend systems for modern web applications and data platforms with an accent on simplicity, reliability, and security practices. Focus on optimizing performance, scalability, system stability, and continuous improvement of engineering processes.

Location: Hybrid SF Bay Area

Salary: $160,000–$220,000 base + equity

Company

Our client is a company focused on building robust, secure backend systems for modern web applications and data platforms, prioritizing simplicity and reliability.

What you will do

• Design, build, and maintain clean, reliable backend services.
• Partner cross-functionally to define domain models and system architecture.
• Optimize performance, scalability, and system stability.
• Ensure strong security practices and data protection standards.
• Continuously improve code quality, infrastructure, and engineering processes.
• Stay current on backend engineering best practices and emerging technologies.

Requirements

• Strong experience building and operating production web services and data systems.
• Deep proficiency in Python and at least one modern Python web framework (e.g., Django, FastAPI).
• Solid understanding of databases, data modeling, and data pipelines.
• Familiarity with modern backend frameworks, tooling, and libraries.
• Experience with CI/CD workflows and automated deployment systems.
• Demonstrated commitment to writing high-quality, maintainable code.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Focus on customer value and product discovery.
• Commitment to secure, stable, and maintainable systems.
• Encouragement for underrepresented talent to apply.
• Support for accessibility needs.
• Equity compensation.