Senior Software Engineer - Python
Description
About Builder.ai
We’re on a mission to make app building so easy everyone can do it – regardless of their background, tech knowledge or budget. We’ve already helped thousands of entrepreneurs, small businesses and even global brands, like the BBC, Makro and Pepsi achieve their software goals and we’ve only just started.
Builder.ai was voted as one of 2023’s ‘Most Innovative Companies in AI’ by Fast Company, and won Europas 2022 ‘Scaleup of the Year’. Our team has grown to over 800 people across the world and our recent announcement of $250m Series D funding (and partnership with Microsoft) means there’s never been a more exciting time to become a Builder.
Life at Builder.ai
At Builder.ai we encourage you to experiment! Each role at Builder.ai has unlimited opportunities to learn, progress and challenge the status quo. We want you to help us become even better at supporting our customers and take AI app building to new heights.
Our global team is diverse, collaborative and exceptionally talented. We hire people for their differences but all unite with our shared belief in Builder’s HEARTT values: (Heart, Entrepreneurship, Accountability, Respect, Trust and Transparency) and a let’s-get-stuff-done attitude.
In return for your skills and commitment, we offer a range of great perks, from hybrid working and a discretionary variable pay or commision scheme, to employee stock options, generous paid leave, and trips abroad #WhatWillYouBuild
**About the role
** We are seeking a Python Software Engineer to design and implement scalable, high-performance backend solutions. You will be part of a cross-functional team working on the full software development life cycle, from idea conception to production deployment, with a focus on backend technologies.
As a Python Software Engineer, your expertise in Python and Django will be essential for developing efficient, secure, and maintainable applications. Experience with Docker and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure) is also valuable, and familiarity with FastAPI is a bonus. If you're passionate about building robust systems, solving complex technical problems, and working in an Agile environment, we’d love to meet you.
**Why you should join
** This role provides the opportunity to engage with impactful projects that improve the platform's capabilities and user experience. You'll take ownership of solving intricate problems, architecting systems, and implementing innovative solutions. If you're comfortable exploring new technologies, adapting quickly, and working in a fast-paced environment, this role will be a great fit for you.
You'll be responsible for
Write clean, reusable, and testable Python/Django code
Design and implement high-performance, low-latency backends
Ensure the security, scalability, and efficiency of backend systems
Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic
Utilize Docker for containerization and deployment processes
Optimize application performance and resolve scalability challenges
Collaborate with various stakeholders including QA, DevOps, PMs, and other developers
Produce and maintain technical documentation for new features and system components
Requirements
Proven experience as a Python Developer with an emphasis on backend development
Strong proficiency with Python and web frameworks like Django, FastAPI, etc.
System design experience in architecting and scaling applications
Experience with Docker and containerized applications
Exposure to cloud platforms like AWS or Azure is advantageous
Working knowledge of databases (e.g., PostgreSQL) and web servers (e.g., Nginx, Apache)
Solid knowledge of CS fundamentals such as data structures, algorithms, and complexity analysis
Familiarity with Agile methodologies and collaborative team environments
Benefits
Attractive quarterly OKR bonus plan or commission scheme dependant on your role
Stock options in a $450 million funded Series D scale-up company
24 days annual leave + public holidays
2 x Builder family days each year
Time off between Christmas and New Year
Generous Referral Bonus scheme
Fully funded Private Medical Insurance
Free lunch at our state of the art working environment in Gurugram