Quest Global Manufacturing

Backend Engineer - Data

Quest Global Manufacturing$100K — $115K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 6+ years of experience in web services application design and development
  • Strong proficiency in RESTful APIs, JSON, and OpenAPI/Swagger
  • Experience with modern Python frameworks such as FastAPI, Flask, or similar
  • Proven ability to write and optimize complex SQL queries in relational databases (Postgres)
  • Familiarity with Git, bug tracking, and team collaboration tools
  • Basic knowledge of containerization and DevOps principles (Docker, Kubernetes)
  • Strong debugging, problem-solving, and analytical skills

Responsibilities

  • Estimate, plan, and execute software development tasks
  • Collaborate with product managers to gather and clarify requirements
  • Evaluate and enhance existing codebases using software engineering best practices
  • Troubleshoot and research issues, providing comparative recommendations
  • Set engineering vision and strategic direction for current and future applications
  • Stay updated on new technologies to integrate relevant tools into the team
  • Ensure project objectives and deadlines are met with accountability

Benefits

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Employer-paid life insurance and short- & long-term disability
Full Job Description
Job Requirements

POSITION: Software Engineer (Backend Engineer- Python)

What You will Do:
  • Estimate, plan, and implement software development work.
  • Work closely with product manager to gather requirements to build new modules or improve existing modules.
  • Evaluate, maintain and improve existing code base to ensure that it is properly structured and utilize software engineering best practices
  • Troubleshoot, identify, and research reported issues, and have the ability to provide recommendations by comparing advantages and disadvantages of various solutions.
  • 6+ years of experience with designing and developing web services applications.
  • Strong experience with providing and consuming web services / APIs (REST, JSON, OpenAPI/Swagger)
  • Experience with modern Python and frameworks (FastAPI/Flask, SQLAlchemy Core, Pydantic, Httpx, Alembic, Pytest, Ruff, Pyright, or similar)
  • Strong experience with data modeling using relational databases, Writing and optimizing complex queries using SQL (Postgres)
  • Strong experience with Git, Bug tracking, and collaborating with a software team
  • Basic understanding of Containerization and DevOps processes (Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, CI/CD)
  • Basic understanding of Data Engineering a plus (ETL, Data warehouses)
  • Strong debugging and diagnostic skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Excellent multi-tasking and organizational skills
  • Excellent problem solving and analytical thinking skills
  • Self-directed, analytical, and collaborative with a constant desire to learn, improve, and make things better
  • Experience working with a cross-disciplinary team of PMs, designers and other developers

What You Will Bring:
  • Set engineering vision and direction for existing and future applications.
  • Stay on top of new technologies and tools and adopt relevant ones to the team.
  • Accountable for meeting assigned project objectives and timelines.


Pay Range: $100,000-$115,000 per annum

Compensation decisions are made based on factors including experience, skills, education, and other job-related factors, in accordance with our internal pay structure. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plan.

Work Requirements:

This role is considered an on-site position located in Cupertino, CA, USA
  • You must be able to commute to and from the location with your own transportation arrangements to meet the required working hours.
  • Shop floor environment, which may include but not limited to extensive walking, and ability to lift up to 40 lbs.


Benefits begin on day one:
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Employer paid Life Insurance, Short- & Long-Term Disability

Work Experience

Backend dev with DE Engineer - preference is backend python dev who has build data pipelines.Experience in building API with fastapi and bonus if they have ever built a MCP server.

Benefits

Contract / Full time

About Quest Global Manufacturing

Quest Global Manufacturing is a leading provider of engineering and manufacturing services to the aerospace, defense, and industrial markets. The company was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in McLean, Virginia. Quest Global Manufacturing has a team of over 11,000 professionals who work with clients around the world to design, build, and maintain complex systems and components. The company's services include product design, engineering, prototyping, testing, and more. Quest Global Manufacturing is committed to delivering innovative solutions that help its clients succeed in today's competitive marketplace.
Learn more about Quest Global Manufacturing
Size
11,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1997

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