Build and ship backend features in our Django monolith, spanning core document workflows (viewing, editing, embeds, exports) as well as new greenfield projects that expand what Scribe can do
Improve performance and reliability by optimizing database queries, endpoints, and caching layers across critical user workflows
Collaborate with product managers, designers, and frontend engineers to deliver intuitive and reliable experiences at scale
Contribute to technical discussions within the team, balancing short-term delivery with longer-term architectural evolution
Uphold strong engineering practices through thoughtful code reviews, solid test coverage, and attention to observability and performance

Requirements

3+ years of experience building backend applications at high scale and availability
Extensive experience with Python
Know how to optimize endpoint performance and database queries
Strong advocate for automated testing
Seen and can implement engineering best practices
User-centric, empathetic, and passionate about your work

Benefits

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

DjangoPythondatabase optimizationendpoint performance optimizationautomated testingcode reviewstest coverageobservabilityperformance optimization

Soft Skills

collaborationuser-centricempathypassion for workcommunicationtechnical discussionadvocacy for best practices