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Senior Python Web Developer

Posted 4 Days Ago
In-Office or Remote
8 Locations
Senior level
In-Office or Remote
8 Locations
Senior level
This role involves leading backend development using Django and FastAPI, architecting scalable applications, ensuring code quality, optimizing cloud infrastructure, and collaborating with product teams.
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Job Title: Senior Python Web Developer (Django/FastAPI)

(Remote Opportunity)

Company Overview: FlyFlat is a rapidly growing company that has scaled over 300% annually for five consecutive years, driven entirely by word of mouth. After generating $3.4M in revenue and $1M in gross profit in 2022, we are set to double revenue again in 2024. We’re a high-performing, ambitious team building cutting-edge products in the travel space. As we scale, we’re looking for exceptional engineering talent to lead our next phase of technical development.

Introduction: As a Senior Python Web Developer, you will take a leadership role in building and optimizing our backend systems using Django and FastAPI. You’ll architect robust web applications, guide best practices, and work alongside a high-performing team to deliver scalable, maintainable solutions. This is a unique opportunity to influence FlyFlat’s technical direction and product evolution in a company with proven product-market fit.

Responsibilities:

Technical Development & Architecture

  • Lead backend development using Django and FastAPI.
  • Architect scalable, high-performance web applications.
  • Design and maintain reliable, secure, and maintainable APIs.

Code Quality & Best Practices

  • Set and enforce technical standards across the Python codebase.
  • Conduct thorough code reviews and mentor junior developers.
  • Implement testing strategies and CI/CD pipelines for continuous quality.

Cloud Infrastructure & DevOps

  • Optimize cloud infrastructure, primarily on AWS and/or Heroku.
  • Apply infrastructure best practices including containerization and microservices when needed.

Team Collaboration

  • Work closely with product managers and designers to build features that align with business goals.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally in agile workflows, contributing to sprint planning and retrospectives.

Innovation & Technical Growth

  • Research and evaluate new tools and frameworks to enhance our tech stack.
  • Contribute to shaping FlyFlat’s long-term technical roadmap.

Requirements

Must-Have Skills & Experience

  • 5+ years of hands-on Python web development experience.
  • Strong expertise with Django and FastAPI.
  • Proficient in PostgreSQL and ORM frameworks.
  • Solid understanding of front-end technologies.
  • Advanced Git and collaborative development workflows.
  • Familiarity with Agile methodologies and CI/CD.
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
  • Proven ability to balance technical excellence with business priorities.

Bonus Skills

  • Experience with AWS services and/or Heroku.
  • Understanding of modern cloud architecture and DevOps best practices.
  • Familiarity with containerization and microservices.
  • Expertise in designing and scaling APIs.

 

Conclusion: This is a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact at a rapidly growing company. As Senior Python Web Developer, you’ll be instrumental in scaling FlyFlat’s technology platform while taking ownership of mission-critical systems. If you’re a builder who thrives in dynamic environments, we’d love to hear from you.

Compensation and Employment Details:

  • Monthly Compensation: $3500 - $4500 depending on experience

This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to FlyFlat's success. If you have the expertise and are eager to excel in a fast-paced environment within the luxury travel industry, we invite you to apply.

Top Skills

AWS
Django
Fastapi
Git
Heroku
Postgres
Python

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