Senior Backend Engineer (Python, FastAPI, SQLAlchemy)

sierra-studioSão Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil6d ago

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Requirements

5+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 2 years in a senior role
Backend experience: Python, FastAPI and SQLAlchemy
Experience implementing event driven systems using message queues like Google Pub/Sub, Kafka etc.
Experience with relational databases (e.g. PostgreSQL, MySQL, etc)
Experience implementing cloud infrastructure:
Deploying serverless and service oriented architecture
Implementing horizontal and vertical scaling patterns
Owning monitoring and observability
Alerting and cost tracking
Experience with Google Cloud Platform products
Familiarity with document processing and OCR tools
Experience using AI tools for accelerated development (e.g. Cursor or PyCharm AI Assistant)

Own back-end feature development – Participate in the entire product lifecycle from initial idea to launch, ensuring a cohesive flow from backend to frontend.
Own platform stability and maintenance – Manage the deployment lifecycle of new features and fixes, ensure the platform is stable, scalable, and has good observability.
Craft high-quality code – Produce clear and efficient code, actively engage in code reviews, and champion technological excellence.
Write tech specs – Translate business needs into creative and technically robust solutions.
Engage with cross-functional partners – Collaborate closely with design, product and stakeholders to drive the success of the project.
Document thoroughly – Create comprehensive technical documentation, simplifying the onboarding process for newcomers.
Refine best practices – Proactively seek and implement improvements in engineering and organizational workflows.
Drive engineering planning and processes - Participate in sprint planning, effort estimation, capacity planning, and release management.
Architect and evolve the overall stack - Guide technology decisions and stack improvements; anticipate scaling challenges.
Familiarity with CI/CD tools, especially Github Actions
Growth mindset: able to quickly learn new languages, frameworks, and more
Strong written and verbal communicator in English

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