Backend Engineer - Python

Staffingine Llc — Canada · Posted ~4 hours ago

Senior Onsite

Skills

Python system design Web application platforms REST APIs backend engineering distributed systems scalable systems secure systems

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Summary ✨ AI‑Generated

A senior-level backend opportunity focused on building and scaling secure, high-performance enterprise systems. You’ll design Python services, build RESTful APIs and integrations, contribute to platform engineering, and lead system-design discussions for distributed architectures. Strong hands-on system-design experience and substantial backend experience are essential, with on-site work required.

Highlights

Build and scale high-performance backend systems for enterprise financial platforms, with substantial ownership in API development, platform engineering, and distributed-system design. In-person collaboration supports deep technical engagement.

Description

Backend Engineer – Python (API & Platform Engineering) Location: Toronto Ontario - OnsiteEducation: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree Experience: 5–10+ years (backend-focused) In person Interview in Toronto is MANDATORY. Backend Python – Please apply only candidates with: Hands-on System Design experience (should know how to build/design).Strong experience building Web Application Platforms. Role OverviewClient is looking for a skilled Python Backend Engineer to build and scale high-performance backend systems. This role will focus on API development, platform engineering, and system design, supporting enterprise-grade, scalable, and secure financial platforms. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Python Build and manage RESTful APIs and backend integrations Contribute to platform engineering initiatives, ensuring reliability and scalability Lead and contribute to system design discussions for distributed systems Collaborate with frontend, DevOps, and product teams to deliver end-to-end solutions Optimize performance, security, and observability of backend servicesParticipate in code reviews and ensure engineering best practices Required Skills & Qualifications Strong experience with Python for backend development Hands-on experience with API design and development (REST, JSON, OpenAPI) Solid system design experience (scalability, fault tolerance, performance) Experience in platform engineering or building shared backend platforms Strong understanding of databases (SQL and NoSQL)Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Git, and DevOps practices Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from a Canadian university or college Strong communication and problem-solving skills Required exp • 8+ years of work experience with Python (Programming Language)