Senior Backend Engineer (Python)

About the job Senior Backend Engineer (Python)

Well-backed startup based in Singapore, building cutting-edge data-driven technology for large-scale enterprise applications. We're looking for a Senior Backend Engineer to help architect and scale the core systems behind our platform.

You'll work on high-impact systems that ingest, process, and deliver real-time data to global enterprises—shaping how they gain insights and make operational decisions.

Job Scope

Design and maintain backend services and data pipelines for our platform

Build scalable microservices and APIs to handle large volumes of data

Collaborate with frontend and product teams to deliver end-to-end features

Continuously improve deployment, performance, and monitoring systems as we scale

Messaging: Kafka

Requirements

5+ years building and maintaining backend systems using microservices

Experience with both relational (Postgres) and non-relational (MongoDB) databases

Strong grasp of event-driven systems and asynchronous processing (Kafka, Airflow)

Ability to write clean, testable code with automated testing practices

Ability to thrive in a fast-moving, startup environment

Bonus Points

Experience with large-scale data processing or ETL pipelines

Familiarity with cloud-native deployments (CI/CD, DevOps practices)

Experience working in Agile, high-ownership teams

Challenging technical problems with autonomy to solve them

Access to modern tools and engineering support

Opportunities for rapid growth and internal advancement

Work alongside a strong and experienced engineering team

Competitive salary and opportunity to make early, meaningful impact

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