Senior Backend Engineer

1 Year ago • 4 Years +

Job Summary

Job Description

Lead backend engineer for web, iOS, and Unity apps, expert in Django, Python, PostgreSQL, and AWS.

Must have:

Backend Development
Django (DRF)
Python Expertise
PostgreSQL

Good to have:

Web & Mobile
Multiplayer Backend
Mirror Networking
AWS Experience

Perks:

Unlimited Vacation
Stock Options

8 skills required

8 skills required for this role

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unity

django

multiplayer

aws

python

postgresql

networking

cross-functional

Job Details

Description

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking someone to be the lead backend engineer on the team, working directly with our CTO. You’d own the high-level system and technical design of our backend across our web, iOS, and Unity apps.

Passion for our product and mission
Self-starter with a high work ethic
Experienced at building scalable systems
Excited to collaborate across 3 pro

If you join us, you’ll be our lead backend engineer helping shape:

Our future company culture
The design & architecture for our entire backend
Who we hire
Our product development practices

Requirements

What You'll Do

Design, implement, and maintain scalable systems supporting 3 different features
Create documentation for system design and APIs
Collaborate with Cross-functional Teams

Skills & Experience

Expert in backend development
4+ years of relevant design experience in a tech, product-driven company
Skilled across Django (DRF), Python, PostgreSQL, AWS Nice to haves:

Experience with both web and mobile products
Experience building multiplayer backend systems (we are using Mirror Networking in our Unity game)

Benefits

Competitive base salary and stock options
Unlimited Vacation Policy and Company-wide Holidays (federal holidays and extended winter break)
Full Health and Dental Insurance Coverage
Relocation Stipends