Senior Software Engineer, Back-end

Homeward

Senior Back-end Engineer building customer-centric home buying solutions in partnership with real estate agents at Homeward. Focusing on Agile development and innovative software solutions.

Posted 7/28/2026contractRemote • 💃 Anywhere in Latin AmericaSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in back-end development with a strong focus on Python and relevant frameworks such as Django, Flask, or FastAPI. Proficient in leveraging AI tools and methodologies to enhance software development processes and deliver high-quality, user-centered solutions.

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Back-End DevelopmentPython ProgrammingDjango FrameworkAI Productivity ToolsReST API Development

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Hard Skills

Back-End DevelopmentPython ProgrammingDjango FrameworkFlask FrameworkFastAPI FrameworkReST API DevelopmentAsynchronous Task ManagementDatabase ManagementAutomated TestingContinuous Integration

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational SkillsScrappy DeterminationFlexibilityEffective CommunicationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

AI Coding AssistantsVersion ControlCI/CD ToolsLLM APIsRetrieval-Augmented Generation

Industry Keywords

Agile DevelopmentSoftware Development LifecycleScrumKanbanUser Story Creation

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

DjangoFlaskPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, design, debug, and modify components of software applications and tools in agile environment
Write automated unit and integration tests as appropriate to support our continuous integration pipelines
Participate in code reviews to assess overall code quality and flexibility
Have a good understanding of Software Development Lifecycle and methodologies, specifically scrum and/or Kanban
Prototype creative solutions quickly by developing minimum viable products and work with seniors and peers in crafting and implementing the technical vision
Communicate and work effectively with distributed cross functional teams
Resolve problems and roadblocks as they occur with peers - follow through on details and drive issues to closure
Work towards continuous improvement in software and development process within an agile development team
Participate in user story creation in collaboration with the team
Leverage AI coding assistants and tools as a natural part of your daily development workflow — using them to accelerate prototyping, code review, debugging, and documentation
Design, build, and maintain AI-powered product features, including integrations with LLM APIs, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) pipelines, and AI-driven automation

Requirements

What you’ll need

6+ years of non-internship, professional back-end development experience
Deep understanding of web development and best practices
Strong organizational skills and discipline in both following and appropriately challenging conventions
Skilled with common back-end technologies and patterns such as ReST API development, asynchronous task management, and databases / data management best practices.
Deep experience in one or more relevant back-end frameworks such as Django, Flask, or FastAPI
Experience working with Python
Scrappy determination and flexibility - from updating email templates to building complex web apps; you’re eager to learn and help the team succeed.
A build, test, learn mindset, with a bias toward quick, calculated action and a focus on business outcomes
Ability to rapidly prototype and adjust in response to customer feedback
Working knowledge of version control and CI/CD tools
Possess a high bar when it comes to quality - knowing when, what, and how to test
Hands-on experience with AI productivity tools (Claude, Copilot, Cursor, etc.)
Production experience with LLM APIs including prompt design and context management
General curiosity and comfort navigating the evolving AI landscape.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive hourly rate
Computer reimbursement