Senior Fullstack Python Engineer
Senior / Lead Fullstack Python Engineer Location: Remote (US) Compensation: $175,000 - $225,000 Reports to: Senior Director of Software Engineering About the Role We're looking for a Senior / Lead Fullstack Python Engineer to join a rapidly growing SaaS company that is building next-generation, AI-driven platforms. In this role, you'll combine hands-on coding with technical leadership, mentoring other engineers and shaping the direction of complex, highly scalable systems. You'll work cross-functionally with Product, Design, and DevOps teams to deliver secure, reliable, and performant features while fostering a culture of innovation and engineering excellence. What You'll Do • Design and develop high-performance, scalable applications across the full stack using Python and modern front-end technologies. • Mentor junior and mid-level engineers, fostering technical growth and continuous learning. • Define and implement system architecture to ensure long-term scalability and maintainability. • Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks across applications and infrastructure. • Champion best practices in testing, security, and deployment processes. • Partner closely with Product and DevOps in Agile development cycles to deliver impactful features. • Lead efforts to improve CI/CD pipelines and automation for faster, more reliable releases. • Maintain clear technical documentation to support long-term stability and scalability. What We're Looking For • 7+ years of software development experience, including at least 2 years in a senior or lead role. • Strong expertise in Python and modern frameworks (Flask, FastAPI, Django, etc.). • Front-end experience with JavaScript, HTML, CSS, REST APIs, and a modern framework (e.g., React or Redux). • Hands-on experience with cloud environments such as AWS, GCP, or Azure. • Familiarity with messaging and asynchronous systems such as RabbitMQ, Kafka, or similar. • Strong knowledge of relational databases (PostgreSQL or similar). • Proficiency with Docker, Kubernetes, and Git. • Experience implementing testing frameworks, code coverage, and quality standards. • Comfortable working in Agile/Scrum environments. • Bonus: Experience with workflow orchestration tools or observability stacks. What Success Looks Like • You deliver high-quality, reliable features that scale seamlessly with business growth. • Teams are mentored and aligned on technical best practices and processes. • The platform operates with high reliability, security, and performance. • Systems evolve gracefully to support future demands without compromising stability. Compensation & Perks • Competitive salary: $175,000 - $225,000, plus potential equity. • Fully remote work environment (US-based). • Significant opportunity to own technical decisions and mentor other engineers. • Collaborative culture built on innovation, growth, and impact. Apply tot his job