LB - Python Fullstack Engineer - 182 - Remote Eligible

Senior Python Fullstack Engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Python Fullstack Engineer to join our dynamic engineering team. This role is pivotal in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable backend services and APIs that power our complex, data-driven applications. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Python and FastAPI, strong experience with PostgreSQL, and a solid understanding of cloud infrastructure, particularly AWS. You will collaborate closely with frontend developers working with TypeScript, Nest.js, and React to deliver seamless, high-performance user experiences. This position offers an exciting opportunity to influence architectural decisions, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to the continuous improvement of our development processes and technology stack.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable, high-performance backend services and RESTful APIs using Python and FastAPI. Ensure code quality, reliability, and maintainability by following industry best practices and company standards.
• Architect and implement efficient database schemas, write optimized queries, and perform performance tuning for PostgreSQL to support complex and data-intensive applications.
• Deploy, monitor, and manage backend services on Amazon Web Services (AWS). Utilize cloud-native tools and best practices to ensure high availability, security, and scalability of backend systems.
• Work closely with frontend developers using TypeScript, Nest.js, and React to integrate APIs seamlessly, ensuring smooth and responsive user experiences.
• Conduct thorough code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and mentor junior developers to foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the team.
• Implement and enforce security best practices across backend components to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and regulations.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize backend systems to handle varying loads efficiently, improving overall system performance and scalability.
• Participate actively in architectural discussions and technology decision-making processes that align with business goals and technical strategy.
• Partner with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to deliver high-quality features on schedule, balancing technical excellence with business needs.