Senior Backend Engineer

Closinglock

$100K — $130K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4+ years experience in Python or similar OOP languages.
  • Proficient in frameworks such as Flask, FastAPI, or Django.
  • Experience with relational databases, schema design, and query optimization.
  • Solid skills in building RESTful APIs.
  • Knowledge of CI/CD practices and deployment pipelines.
  • Familiarity with testing methodologies including TDD and unit testing.
  • Experience with tools like Git, Jira, and Confluence.

Responsibilities

  • Onboard with a small team and ship changes rapidly within your first two weeks.
  • Develop and maintain Closinglock web applications, focusing on performance and scalability.
  • Engage in the full software development lifecycle from design to deployment.
  • Consult on feature requests and guide future product strategies.

Benefits

  • Equity compensation included.
  • Comprehensive health insurance: medical, dental, vision, and life.
  • Unlimited paid time off (PTO).
  • 401(k) matching available.
  • Parental leave for maternity and paternity.
  • Fully-subsidized parking in downtown.
  • Weekly lunch stipend to promote team bonding.
  • Access to onsite gym facilities.
  • Monthly team-building events and outings.
Full Job Description
Job Requirements

  • Must be dedicated, passionate, and hard-working, and excited to work in an energetic environment.
  • Must be able to work with a team and collaborate effectively.
  • We are looking for a creative and efficient problem solver.

Technical Preferences

  • 4+ years of experience with Python or other object oriented programming languages.
  • Strong experience in developing services using frameworks like Flask, FastAPI, or Django.
  • Experience with relational databases, including schema design, query optimization, and ORMs/integration with Python applications.
  • Solid working experience building RESTful APIs.
  • Knowledge of continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines
  • Experience with software testing, TDD, and unit testing.
  • Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker.
  • Active experience integrating custom code with 3rd party APIs.
  • Hands-on experience with tools such as Git, Jira and Confluence.
  • Experience working in the AWS ecosystem.
  • Familiarity with application monitoring and reporting software such as Datadog and New Relic.

What You Will Do

  • Work with small teams - onboard your first week, ship changes during your second
  • Actively participate in the design, development, and maintenance of Closinglock web applications, ensuring high performance, responsiveness, and scalability.
  • Contribute to the full software development lifecycle, from concept and design to testing and deployment.
  • Consult on efforts regarding feature requests, feedback, and future product development for the business.

Perks & Benefits

At Closinglock, we invest in our employees and provide a full range of benefits and perks to help you grow and thrive. These benefits include:

  • Competitive salary
  • Equity compensation
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Unlimited PTO
  • 401(k) match
  • Maternity/paternity leave
  • Fully-subsidized downtown parking
  • Weekly lunch stipend
  • Full access to onsite gym and locker rooms
  • Monthly team get-togethers (Lunches, social events, sports outings, etc)

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