Senior / Lead Fullstack Python Engineer - REMOTE
Senior / Lead Fullstack Python EngineerLocation: Remote (US)Compensation: $175,000 - $225,000Reports to: Senior Director of Software EngineeringAbout the RoleWe're looking for a Senior / Lead Fullstack Python Engineer to join a rapidly growing SaaS company that is building next-generation, AI-driven platforms. In this role, you'll combine hands-on coding with technical leadership, mentoring other engineers and shaping the direction of complex, highly scalable systems.You'll work cross-functionally with Product, Design, and DevOps teams to deliver secure, reliable, and performant features while fostering a culture of innovation and engineering excellence.What You'll DoDesign and develop high-performance, scalable applications across the full stack using Python and modern front-end technologies.Mentor junior and mid-level engineers, fostering technical growth and continuous learning.Define and implement system architecture to ensure long-term scalability and maintainability.Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks across applications and infrastructure.Champion best practices in testing, security, and deployment processes.Partner closely with Product and DevOps in Agile development cycles to deliver impactful features.Lead efforts to improve CI/CD pipelines and automation for faster, more reliable releases.Maintain clear technical documentation to support long-term stability and scalability.What We're Looking For7+ years of software development experience, including at least 2 years in a senior or lead role.Strong expertise in Python and modern frameworks (Flask, FastAPI, Django, etc.).Front-end experience with JavaScript, HTML, CSS, REST APIs, and a modern framework (e.g., React or Redux).Hands-on experience with cloud environments such as AWS, GCP, or Azure.Familiarity with messaging and asynchronous systems such as RabbitMQ, Kafka, or similar.Strong knowledge of relational databases (PostgreSQL or similar).Proficiency with Docker, Kubernetes, and Git.Experience implementing testing frameworks, code coverage, and quality standards.Comfortable working in Agile/Scrum environments.Bonus: Experience with workflow orchestration tools or observability stacks.What Success Looks LikeYou deliver high-quality, reliable features that scale seamlessly with business growth.Teams are mentored and aligned on technical best practices and processes.The platform operates with high reliability, security, and performance.Systems evolve gracefully to support future demands without compromising stability.Compensation & PerksCompetitive salary: $175,000 - $225,000, plus potential equity.Fully remote work environment (US-based).Significant opportunity to own technical decisions and mentor other engineers.Collaborative culture built on innovation, growth, and impact.