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Backend Developer (Mid-Level Python / Go)

Base salary in the range of $100,000 to $140,000 plus equity. Minimum Experience Required : 2+ years of professional experience in backend development with Python or Go. Work Authorization : Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. We cannot sponsor work visas at this time. Location : 100% Remote

A Bit About Us : We are a vibrant, venture-backed startup from Silicon Valley on a mission to empower developers globally. We create cutting-edge tools and platforms, celebrating developers' creativity and potential in a collaborative, inclusive, and fun environment. Join our team in shaping the future of software development!

The Opportunity : We're looking for a Mid-Level Backend Developer to join our team and help us craft the core of our platform. You'll design, build, and scale our backend systems. If you're passionate about writing clean, efficient, and well-tested code, and you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you. We value problem-solvers eager to learn and grow, and excited to contribute to a product used by developers worldwide.

What You'll Do :

Design, develop, and maintain high-performance backend services using Python or Go.

Build and consume RESTful APIs and / or GraphQL endpoints.

Work with databases (SQL and / or NoSQL) to optimize data storage and retrieval.

Implement robust authentication and authorization mechanisms.

Contribute to system architecture and scalability discussions.

Write unit and integration tests.

Participate in code reviews and mentor junior developers (if you're into that!).

Collaborate with frontend, product, and design teams.

Tackle challenging technical problems with creativity.

What You Bring :

2+ years of professional experience in backend development with Python or Go.

Solid understanding of software engineering principles.

Experience with at least one relational database (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) or NoSQL database (e.g., MongoDB, Redis).

Familiarity with API design (RESTful or GraphQL).

Experience with version control (e.g., Git).

A passion for clean, well-documented, and testable code.

Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude.

Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Bonus Points :

Experience with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes).

Knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure).

Experience with message queues (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ).

Contributions to open-source projects.

Familiarity with testing frameworks (e.g., pytest, Go testing).

Perks of Joining Our Team :

Competitive salary and equity in a rapidly growing startup.

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

Unlimited paid time off (PTO).

Flexible work hours and remote work options.

A supportive and collaborative work environment.

Opportunities for professional development and growth.

The chance to work on a product that empowers developers worldwide.

Regular team events, social gatherings, and hackathons.

A modern tech stack.

Important : We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background, race, gender, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.