Backend Developer (Python)
- Company
- BitWords Inc.
- Location
- Remote, London, United Kingdom
- Salary
- 90 000–140 000 £/yr
- Posted
- 2026-10-07
Skills: Microservices
Build scalable backend services and APIs using Python, supporting millions of users across global markets.
London / Remote 3+ years $90k - $140k Posted 1/7/2024
Join our backend engineering team to build robust, scalable server-side applications that power our platform. You'll work with Python and modern frameworks to create high-performance APIs and services that handle millions of requests daily.This role offers the opportunity to work on challenging problems including distributed systems, data processing, and API design. You'll collaborate with frontend engineers, data scientists, and infrastructure teams to deliver reliable, efficient backend solutions.
Key Responsibilities
• Develop and maintain Python-based backend services and APIs • Design and implement database schemas and data models • Build scalable microservices architecture • Integrate with third-party services and APIs • Optimize application performance and database queries • Write comprehensive tests and documentation • Participate in code reviews and architectural discussions • Collaborate with frontend teams on API design
Requirements
Required Qualifications
• 3+ years of Python development experience • Strong experience with Django or FastAPI frameworks • Proficiency with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL) • Understanding of RESTful API design principles • Experience with version control (Git) and collaborative development • Knowledge of testing frameworks and best practices • Understanding of…
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