Senior Backend Engineer, Python – Full-Stack Mindset

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Poland.

📋 Description

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications and services utilizing Python.

• Create comprehensive software solutions by leveraging Databricks, which includes application components, integrations, and backend services.

• Design and implement REST APIs while integrating backend systems with external services.

• Develop and sustain cloud-based solutions, primarily using AWS.

• Take ownership of technical solutions from requirements analysis and architecture design through to implementation and deployment.

• Contribute to frontend development as necessary, including the use of modern JavaScript frameworks.

• Utilize AI-powered development tools and engage in AI-assisted coding practices.

• Investigate AI-driven automation within software development processes.

• Construct prototypes, validate technical concepts, and deliver scalable solutions.

• Engage in technical planning, solution design, testing, code reviews, and architectural discussions.

• Collaborate with cross-functional, international teams to convert business requirements into technical solutions.

• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement, automation, and performance enhancement.

• Advocate for engineering best practices, clean code, maintainability, and modern software development standards.

• Participate in a recruitment process that includes a 30-minute recruiter screening call, a 1-hour technical call, and a 1-hour manager call.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 6 years of commercial experience in Python backend development.

• Senior-level software engineering expertise with the ability to independently design, develop, and deliver complex technical solutions.

• Strong grasp of backend architecture, REST APIs, distributed systems, and software design principles.

• Experience in cloud-based application development, preferably on AWS.

• Solid understanding of object-oriented programming, clean code principles, and software engineering best practices.

• Familiarity with CI/CD processes, version control systems, and contemporary development practices.

• Willingness to engage with frontend technologies and contribute to frontend development when necessary.

• An AI-first mindset with openness to AI-assisted development tools, automation, and emerging technologies.

• Strong problem-solving abilities, independence, and a solution-oriented mindset.

• Capacity to take ownership of technical decisions while considering scalability, performance, maintainability, and business needs.

• Advanced English communication skills, both written and spoken.

• Familiarity with Databricks, including a foundational understanding of the platform and its functionalities.

• Practical experience with React, Vue.js, Angular, or other modern JavaScript frameworks.

• Experience with AI-assisted development tools such as Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, Cursor, or similar.

• Background in banking, fintech, or financial services.

• Experience with Docker and containerized applications.

• Knowledge of Linux operating systems.

• Familiarity with microservices architecture and event-driven systems.

• Experience with AI agents, agentic coding workflows, or AI-driven development automation.

• Experience in designing technical solutions from scratch or contributing to architectural decisions.

• EU citizenship is requested in the application form.

🏝️ Benefits

• An enriching and collaborative work environment.

• Opportunities for personal and professional growth.

• Chance to work with emerging technologies and AI-powered development tools.

• An international work environment.

• Participation in technical planning, solution design, testing, code reviews, and architectural discussions.