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Senior Backend Python Developer

Senior Backend Python Developer

LabXchange LLCNew Bedford, MA, US
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Job Description

Job Description

We're a fast-moving startup focused on healthcare integrations and advanced decision-making, using Python, FastAPI, and Temporal in AWS. We're looking for a Senior Backend Developer to take over leadership of a small dev team and drive both hands-on coding and team guidance. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building, mentoring, and improving backend infrastructure at scale.

This position will by hybrid and will require 3 days in our New Bedford, MA office.

Tech Stack

  • Python 3.10+
  • FastAPI
  • Temporal.io
  • Docker / Docker Compose
  • PostgreSQL
  • AWS (ECS, S3, RDS, Lambda, etc.)
  • Redis
  • GitHub Actions (CI / CD)
  • Celery or other task queues (nice to have)

Responsibilities

  • Own and evolve backend architecture built with Fast API and Temporal workflows.
  • Collaborate with product and infrastructure leads to design scalable APIs.
  • Guide and mentor junior developers, reviewing code and setting best practices.
  • Maintain and enhance CI / CD pipelines (preferably GitHub Actions).
  • Write clean, testable, and well-documented code.
  • Troubleshoot production issues and implement robust logging / observability.
  • Work closely with DevOps and frontend teams to support a smooth release process.

    • Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience in backend Python development.
  • Strong knowledge of asynchronous programming (async / await).
  • Experience with Docker and containerized development.
  • Prior experience with FastAPI (or Flask + willingness to ramp up).
  • Understanding of distributed systems and workflow engines (Temporal preferred).
  • Familiarity with CI / CD pipelines and GitHub Actions.
  • Excellent communication skills and experience leading or mentoring dev teams.

    • Bonus Skills

  • Experience in healthcare or HIPAA-compliant environments.
  • Familiarity with HL7, EDI, or healthcare APIs.
  • Frontend experience (React) or Django familiarity.
  • Terraform or IaC practices.

    • Comprehensive benefit package available

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