Sr Back-Eng Engineer (US/Canada)

Note: The original content has been reformatted for clarity and compliance with allowed HTML tags. The core information remains unchanged. About The Role TaxGPT is revolutionizing the tax and accounting space with AI-driven solutions tailored for accountants, tax professionals, and SMBs. We're building an AI co-pilot to transform tax workflows, drive efficiency, and simplify compliance. Location: US Remote, Canada Remote, SF Bay Hybrid/On-site Experience: 3+ years Job Responsibilities End-to-End System Design: Lead the design, development, and deployment of scalable backend solutions. You'll work primarily with Django and Python to architect backend components, design data models, develop business logic, and integrate third-party APIs. API and Microservices Architecture: Build and maintain well-structured RESTful and GraphQL APIs, ensuring reliability, security, and documentation quality. Design backend systems in a modular way that supports future microservices expansion. Database Management and Security: Manage relational databases (PostgreSQL preferred), optimize queries, and ensure proper indexing and migration management. Implement secure authentication, authorization, and data protection practices aligned with Django's security standards. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with the CEO, CTO, frontend team, and UX designers to deliver features that match user and business requirements. Ensure technical clarity across teams. Technical Problem Solving: Diagnose and solve complex system challenges through thoughtful backend architecture and Django best practices. Contribute to broader engineering decisions across the platform. Code Reviews: Review code for reliability, maintainability, and performance. Enforce good coding standards for junior engineers in Python, Django conventions, and clean backend design. Continuous Improvement and R&D: Explore emerging trends in backend frameworks, cloud services, and AI tooling. Propose improvements that enhance our development velocity and platform robustness. Agile Development: Work within an agile development cycle, delivering high-quality backend features efficiently while adapting to changing priorities. Ideal Candidate Strong experience with Django, Python, and modern backend development. Self-starter who thrives in ambiguity. Clear communicator with strong problem-solving skills. Passionate about building clean, scalable backend systems. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent. 3–5 years of experience developing backend applications with meaningful impact. Experience with AI/LLM-related projects is a plus. Exposure to fintech, tax, or accounting software is a bonus. Hiring Process Step One: Initial Screening (10 Minutes) – Click on Apply Now and fill out the application form. Step Two: Programming Assignment (Deadline: 1 Week) – Once you pass the initial screening, you'll receive a programming assignment to be completed within 7 days. Note: This is not a paid assignment. We encourage you to use AI tools such as Cursor, Claude, ChatGPT, and GitHub Copilot to complete it. Step Three: Technical Interview (45 Minutes) – If you pass the programming assignment screening, you will be invited to a 45-minute video interview. The interview includes 30 minutes for reviewing your programming assignment and answering technical questions, followed by 15 minutes for general Q&A. Step Four: Founder 1:1 & Final Offer (30 Minutes) – A 30-minute 1:1 meeting with our founder to discuss your final offer. If you're ready to make a big impact on a small team and take your career to the next level, apply today to join TaxGPT. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment with equal employment opportunities for all. Salary and Location Details The base pay range varies by location USA Remote: $130k to $150k + Equity SF Bay Area: $140k to $160k + Equity Canada remote: $140k CAD to $160k CAD About the company: TaxGPT J-18808-Ljbffr