Job Overview:
Invitro Capital is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Backend Engineer (Python) to join our team. As a Senior Backend Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and deploying robust backend systems and APIs to support our innovative AI-driven solutions. You will collaborate closely with our Data Science and Engineering teams to implement scalable, efficient, and secure backend architectures that power our machine learning models and algorithms. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the success of our portfolio companies and shape the future of AI-driven innovation.
Working Hours are from Monday's to Friday's, Pacific Time Zone.
Senior Backend Engineer, Responsibilities:
- Design and implement backend software solutions using Python and related technologies.
- Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices.
- Collaborate with frontend engineers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
- Ensure high performance, scalability, and reliability of backend systems.
- Optimize code for efficiency and maintainability.
- Conduct code reviews to ensure code quality and best practices.
- Identify and troubleshoot software defects and performance issues.
- Stay updated with the latest trends and advancements in backend engineering.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience as a Backend Engineer or similar role.
- Strong proficiency in Python and related frameworks (e.g., Django, Flask).
- Experience in designing and developing RESTful APIs.
- Solid understanding of software development principles, data structures, and algorithms.
- Experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and query optimization.
- Proficient understanding of version control systems (e.g., Git).
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure).
- Knowledge of containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
- Experience with NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra).
- Understanding of software testing and test-driven development (TDD) principles.
Why Join Invitro Capital?
- Work on cutting-edge AI and B2B technologies: We are at the forefront of AI and B2B innovation. Our employees have the opportunity to work on the latest and greatest technologies, and to make a real impact on the SME market.
- Help build and grow successful startups: We are committed to helping our portfolio companies succeed. Our employees play a vital role in building and growing these companies. This is not a 9 to 5 job. This is a startup environment with a give-it-all mentality.
- Work with some of the best minds in the industry: You will be part of a team of seasoned entrepreneurs and product leaders who are on a mission to make a difference in the SME space. You will have the chance to work with some of the best minds in the industry.
- Supportive and collaborative work environment: We believe in creating a supportive and collaborative work environment where our employees can thrive.
- Competitive compensation: We offer a competitive compensation package, with salaries ranging from [$3,500 to $4,500 monthly], payable in USD.
