Senior Backend Engineer (Python/Java)

About the role

As a Senior Backend Engineer at BTSE, you will tackle operational challenges by designing and maintaining high-performance web applications and microservices. Your role will involve creating technical roadmaps and implementing internal services based on REST best practices.

You will work within a team that values innovation and efficiency, contributing to the development of solutions for over 100 corporate clients. Success in this position means effectively communicating technical details to non-technical stakeholders and continuously adopting new tools to enhance processes.

The salary range for this role is between $135,000 and $225,000, depending on experience.

Skills that matter here

• Python: This role requires extensive use of Python for backend development.
• Java: Java will be used alongside Python for building web applications.
• FastAPI: Experience with FastAPI is preferred for developing asynchronous applications.
• REST: You will architect internal services following REST best practices.
• PostgreSQL: Advanced SQL skills, particularly in PostgreSQL, are essential for this position.
• Docker: Docker will be used for containerization in the development process.

Who this role suits

• You have a strong background in backend development with at least 5 years of experience.
• You are skilled at communicating complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• You thrive in a remote work environment and are proactive in identifying and solving challenges.
• You are adaptable and eager to learn new tools and technologies.

From the employer

• Proactively identify and resolve business challenges by creating technical roadmaps.
• Design and maintain high-performance web applications and microservices using Python and Java.
• Architect and implement internal services following REST best practices.
• Communicate technical solutions to non-technical stakeholders.
• Research and adopt new tools to automate processes.
• Manage the complete software development lifecycle.

• 5+ years of backend development experience with Python and/or Java.
• Experience with modern asynchronous frameworks, preferably FastAPI.
• Proven experience building web applications using REST APIs, HTML, and JavaScript.
• Advanced proficiency in modern SQL, particularly PostgreSQL.
• Experience with Unix/Linux systems.
• Experience with Docker and GitLab CI/CD.
• Strong communication skills.