Back-End Engineer (Python) – Remote, Germany

About the role

We are looking for a Back-End Engineer with strong Python expertise to join a fast‑growing, remote‑first engineering team. You will help build the core services of a global platform that powers payroll, compliance, benefits, and workforce infrastructure for companies hiring across borders.

Key responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain fast, secure, and scalable Python‑based APIs.
• Build and integrate microservices and third‑party services for a global workforce management platform.
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle, from architecture to production support.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers and engineers to define and deliver new features.
• Contribute to technical discussions, architecture decisions and backend best practices.
• Leverage AI‑powered development tools to accelerate delivery while ensuring code quality.
• Write technical documentation, API specifications and system design docs.
• Continuously improve backend performance, scalability and security.

Required profile

• 3+ years of professional experience in backend or software development.
• Strong proficiency in Python and experience with FastAPI.
• Solid understanding of microservices architecture and distributed systems.
• Experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs; knowledge of gRPC or GraphQL is a plus.
• Strong SQL skills and experience with relational and/or non‑relational databases.
• Ability to communicate technical solutions effectively in a remote, asynchronous environment.

Required skills

• Python
• FastAPI
• RESTful APIs
• gRPC
• GraphQL
• SQL
• Relational databases
• Non‑relational databases
• OpenAPI/Swagger

What we offer

• Competitive annual salary.
• Remote‑first working environment with asynchronous collaboration culture.
• Flexibility to work from abroad for short periods.
• Strong opportunities for professional growth in a fast‑scaling global company.
• Provision of all necessary work equipment from day one.
• Exposure to modern engineering practices and AI‑assisted development workflows.