Senior Software Engineer - Backend/Fullstack
Build and scale the company’s core product while owning substantial Python backend systems and helping shape technical direction. The role requires 5+ years of product-building experience, strong backend expertise, communication skills, and a high-ownership mindset.
About the job
Responsibilities
- Build and scale the core product, ensuring performance, reliability, and continuous improvement.
- Own significant portions of the backend stack in Python.
- Collaborate directly with founders to set technical direction.
- Operate with extreme ownership in a fast-paced, high-output environment.
Requirements
- 5+ years building products.
- Strong experience with backend systems, preferably Python.
- Clear communication skills, both in person and in writing.
- Drive, grit, and ownership.
Nice-to-haves
- Background in B2B SaaS.
- 0-to-1 experience.
Skills
Python, Backend Systems, B2B SaaS, Scalable Systems, Performance Optimization, Reliability Engineering
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