US-Based Platform Engineer
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Requirements
• Django Expertise: Advanced experience building backend systems with Python/Django. • AWS Proficiency: Hands-on experience with AWS services (EC2, RDS, S3, Lambdas, etc.). • Database Skills: Strong command of Postgres or similar relational databases. • API Development: Proven ability to design, build, and maintain RESTful APIs. • Frontend Flexibility: Comfort jumping into React-based frontend tasks when needed. • Scalability Mindset: Ability to architect solutions that support a rapidly growing platform. • Strong Debugging: Skilled at diagnosing complex issues across services and infrastructure. • Collaboration & Ownership: Clear communication, cross-functional partnership, and a proactive approach in an agile environment. • The Interview Process: • Your application will be reviewed for possible next steps by the Hiring Manager. • If you meet eligibility requirements, the next step would be a video screen with a member of the PeopleOps team for about thirty (30) minutes. • If warranted, the next step would be a video interview with our VP of Engineering for one (1) hour. • If warranted, the next step would be a video panel interview with key stakeholders at PadSplit for two (2) hours. • The panel interview will require a candidate to work on a technical assessment where you will showcase your software skills to the panel for discussion. • If warranted, then we move to contract! • $150,000 - $175,000 a year • Compensation is based on the role's scope, market benchmarks, the person's expertise and experience, and the impact of their contributions to our business goals. • Notice to Applicants: • PadSplit participates in E-Verify. All new employees are required to complete an I-9 form and be authorized to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the E-Verify process.
Responsibilities
• Backend Development: Build, optimize, and maintain core Django services and APIs. • System Architecture: Design scalable, secure solutions to support marketplace growth. • Code Quality: Conduct code reviews and uphold engineering best practices and standards. • Data Management: Work with Postgres and other data systems to ensure accuracy and performance. • Cross-Pod Support: Collaborate with other pods and contribute to occasional frontend needs. • Issue Resolution: Investigate, debug, and resolve platform bugs and performance bottlenecks. • Team Collaboration: Participate in standups, planning, and alignment with Product and QA.