Senior Backend Engineer (Platform)
Acclaim
AI assistant
Job Description
We are now expanding our team and are looking for a skilled, goal-oriented backend developer to help us grow. You'll work on services, APIs, databases, and integrations with external systems, collaborating closely with a small, hands-on, technically strong team that moves fast and makes decisions without unnecessary bureaucracy.
Requirements
- 6+ years of production experience with Python
- At least 2 years of hands-on experience with async Python (FastAPI, aiohttp, or similar frameworks) in production
- Ability to debug issues across service boundaries
- Strong product mindset, understanding the "why" behind requests and making technical decisions that align with product and business goals.
- Able to navigate ambiguity, adapt quickly to changing priorities, and deliver results despite evolving requirements and limited upfront specifications.
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