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Eligibility Requirements:
- Open to U.S.-based candidates only.
- This is a fully remote position.
Compensation:
- Competitive annual salary: $150,000-$200,000 (based on experience).
- Equity options and comprehensive benefits, including 401(k), PTO, and more.
Role Overview:
Join a fast-growing SaaS Fintech start-up, backed by over $5 million in recent investments, as a Staff Platform/Backend Engineer. This role focuses on core backend development (70-80%) while contributing to platform engineering tasks such as CI/CD pipelines, Kubernetes cluster management, and performance optimization. Its an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic, high-growth environment.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience:
- 8+ years of software engineering experience with strong proficiency in Python and Django.
- Hands-on DevOps and containerization experience with AWS, Docker, and Kubernetes.
- Proven experience working in start-up environments (VC funding, teams <200 employees).
- Ability to balance responsibilities across Backend Engineering (80%) and DevOps/Platform tasks (20%).
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement backend features and integrations using Python and Django.
- Design, build, and maintain CI/CD pipelines for efficient and reliable deployments.
- Conduct performance testing and system optimization.
- Enhance monitoring systems and ensure the health of Kubernetes clusters.
- Participate in rotational on-call support for platform reliability.
Why Join Us?
- Remote Flexibility: Work from anywhere in the U.S.
- Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a strong salary and equity options.
- Impactful Work: Contribute to the platform of a well-funded, rapidly growing start-up.
- Cutting-Edge Technology: Collaborate with a talented team on innovative SaaS solutions.