# Software Engineer II - Engineering

**Company:** [Kapitus](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/kapitus)
**Location:** Remote
**Role:** Backend Engineering
**Salary:** $96k – $154k/yr
**Experience:** 5+ years
**Skills:** Python, Flask, AWS, AWS Lambda, Amazon Cognito, Amazon Sns, Amazon Sqs, Amazon Dynamodb, Salesforce, CI/CD, Opentofu, Terraform, Agile, Scrum, Infrastructure As Code
**Posted:** 2026-09-01

> Develop backend services and modern platform capabilities in Python and AWS while integrating legacy systems. The role requires at least five years of engineering experience, strong CI/CD and infrastructure-as-code skills, and the ability to mentor developers and contribute to technical leadership.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities
- Design, develop, test, and maintain software for internal customers.
- Define architecture, technical patterns, and engineering practices for a new platform while integrating with or extracting capabilities from legacy applications.
- Develop backend services primarily in Python, with emphasis on Flask.
- Build and integrate AWS solutions using Lambda, Cognito, SNS, SQS, and DynamoDB.
- Maintain deployment pipelines and CI/CD processes.
- Build and maintain infrastructure using OpenTofu and Terraform.
- Collaborate with stakeholders, Product Owners, and technical leadership on roadmap delivery in an Agile/Scrum environment.
- Partner with the Tech Lead and Engineering Manager on technical decisions and scalable development practices.
- Participate in code reviews and contribute to engineering standards.
- Mentor junior developers on Python and engineering practices.

## Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
- At least 5 years of engineering experience.
- Deep understanding of Python.
- Experience with AWS, particularly Lambda, Cognito, SNS, SQS, and DynamoDB.
- At least 2 years of Salesforce experience.
- At least 3 years of experience building or maintaining deployment pipelines and CI/CD processes.
- Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools such as OpenTofu and Terraform.
- Experience working in an Agile environment using Scrum.
- Experience delivering work from a prioritized roadmap or backlog.
- Strong understanding of software development, testing, code quality, maintainability, and technical documentation.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to stay organized and effective under pressure while managing time-sensitive deliverables.
- Mentorship skills and willingness to support other team members.

## Nice-to-haves
- 5+ years of Flask experience.
- Experience in financial services or lending.
- AWS certification.
- Interest in progressing toward technical leadership.

## Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive base salary range of $96,300–$154,400.
- Eligibility for annual incentive compensation of up to 10%.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Flexible spending and lifestyle spending accounts.
- Employer-paid disability insurance.
- Voluntary life and supplemental insurance.
- Paid maternity and parental leave.
- Commuter benefits.
- Tuition reimbursement of up to $5,000 annually.
- Travel reimbursement for work-related travel.
- Paid time off and sick time.
- 401(k) plan with a 25% match on contributions, up to 6% of annual salary.

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