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