Backend Developer

$170,000 - $200,000/Yr

Link Network - San Francisco, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

San Francisco, CA

About the position

The Senior Software Engineer (Backend) position at a rapidly growing startup in San Francisco focuses on backend development, requiring extensive experience in Python and FastAPI. The role involves designing, building, and optimizing backend infrastructure to ensure high performance, scalability, and security. The ideal candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor junior engineers, contributing to the overall success of the development process.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Python and FastAPI
• Collaborate closely with front-end engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders to deliver high-quality features
• Lead backend architecture discussions and contribute to system design decisions
• Optimize database queries and backend systems for performance and scalability
• Ensure security best practices are followed throughout the development lifecycle
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership

Requirements

• 5-7+ years of experience as a Backend Engineer, preferably in a startup environment
• Strong proficiency in Python and FastAPI
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB)
• Solid understanding of RESTful API design and implementation
• Familiarity with cloud services (e.g., AWS, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with microservices architecture
• Knowledge of frontend frameworks (React, Vue.js) for better cross-functional collaboration

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Stock options
• Vision insurance