Senior Backend Engineer
Core
Build and ship backend features for document viewing, editing, embedding, and exporting workflows in a high-scale SaaS platform.
Role type
Senior Backend Engineer (Python/Django)
Builds
Core document workflows and new greenfield systems for millions of users
Domain
SaaS / Document Intelligence
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
Python, backend application development at high scale, database query optimization, endpoint performance optimization, automated testing, engineering best practices
Preferred skills
Django, startup experience
Technologies
Python, Django, PostgreSQL, Redis, Celery, AmazonMQ, Terraform, AWS
Responsibilities
Build and ship backend features spanning core document workflows and new greenfield projects; Optimize performance and reliability of database queries, endpoints, and caching layers; Collaborate with product managers, designers, and frontend engineers; Contribute to technical discussions and architectural evolution; Uphold engineering practices through code reviews, test coverage, and observability