Senior Software Engineer

Makai Labs

Senior Software Engineer responsible for backend app development at Makai Labs. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and implement innovative solutions.

Posted 7/9/2026full-timeRemote • California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $120,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in Python and Flask development, with a strong focus on optimizing applications for performance and scalability. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and maintain high-quality code standards.

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Python DevelopmentFlask FrameworkSQLAlchemyDockerMicroservices Architecture

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Hard Skills

PythonFlaskSQLAlchemyPydanticDockerPerformance TestingCode DocumentationApplication OptimizationSoftware EngineeringProcess Diagramming

Soft Skills

Good English CommunicationCollaboration

Industry Keywords

Ul/UX DesignRemote WorkAuthorization Mechanisms

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

DockerFlaskMicroservicesPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop new features using Flask.
Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.
Ensure the technical feasibility of Ul/UX designs.
Collaborate with frontend developers and web designers to improve usability.
Write robust, clean, and documented code.
Maintain and enhance existing apps applications.
Conduct performance tests and ensure responsiveness and stability across all platforms.

Requirements

What you’ll need

You will support the initial discovery process to understand how our clients do their work currently, capturing interview notes and parsing through their existing documentation, as well as documenting their present-day workflows and any associated files and data into comprehensive process diagrams.
7+ years of experience in Python, with at least 4 years using Flask
Relevant experience using SQLAlchemy and pydantic.
Relevant experience with using Docker.
Understanding of microservices architecture and related patterns
Solid software engineering skills, with the ability to produce well-structured, maintainable code
Familiarity with modern authorization mechanisms.
Solid experience working from a fully remote position.
Good English communication skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Fully remote role, Eastern time zone
Opportunities to work in-person with local colleagues
Generous PTO
Full health insurance premium reimbursement
401(k) matching
Career growth & development opportunities