Senior Backend Engineer – Python

Spark Eighteen

Senior Backend Engineer (Python) at Spark Eighteen, building high-quality backend systems and mentoring junior members. Collaborating with teams to deliver secure and scalable applications.

Posted 6/11/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudDjangoFlaskGoogle Cloud PlatformMicroservicesNoSQLPythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Designing and developing robust backend systems
Contributing to architectural decisions
Driving best engineering practices
Mentoring junior team members
Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, scalable, and high-performance applications

Requirements

What you’ll need

4-7 years of hands-on experience in backend development using Python and frameworks such as Django, Flask, etc.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent discipline.
Strong technical background in architecting, designing, and developing robust web applications using Python.
Experience in participating in architectural discussions and proposing innovative ideas for system improvements.
Strong knowledge of RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, and database design (SQL and NoSQL).
Expertise in version control systems such as Git and familiarity with cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
Proficiency in building secure applications, including experience with OAuth2, JWT, and other authentication and authorization protocols.
Understanding of Python threading limitations and multi-process architectures.
Knowledge of user authentication and authorization across multiple systems, servers, and environments.
Ability to optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.
Experience in troubleshooting, debugging, upgrading, and maintaining existing systems.
Experience in conducting thorough code reviews and ensuring high code quality standards.
Ability to drive adoption of coding guidelines, testing methodologies, and quality metrics across teams.
Experience in driving continuous improvement and best practices in backend development processes.
Proven ability to lead, mentor, and guide interns and junior engineers to deliver scalable, high-quality solutions.
High ownership mindset with a proactive support-oriented approach.
Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Passion for continuous learning and staying updated with emerging technologies.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive insurance coverage that gives you peace of mind, so you can focus on doing your best work
Flexible work arrangements designed to support sustained productivity, personal well-being, and work-life balance
Continuous learning and accelerated skill development through hands-on projects and mentorship from experienced industry leaders
Global client exposure across 20+ countries, offering real-world experience with diverse markets and business environments
Opportunity to work on high-impact, large-scale projects that have collectively generated over $1B in measurable business value
Competitive, market-aligned compensation packages that recognize performance, expertise, and long-term contribution
Monthly demo days that celebrate innovation, showcase your work, and give you a real voice in what we build
Annual recognition programs and performance-driven awards in a truly meritocratic environment
Referral bonuses that reward you for helping grow a strong, like-minded team
A strong problem-solving culture with opportunities to tackle meaningful, real-world challenges
A positive, people-first workplace that supports happiness, balance, and long-term growth

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Hard Skills & Tools

PythonDjangoFlaskRESTful APIsmicroservices architectureSQLNoSQLOAuth2JWTversion control

Soft Skills

mentoringcollaborationleadershipproblem-solvingcommunicationproactive supportcontinuous learningteamworkcode reviewdriving best practices

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer ScienceMaster’s degree in Computer Science