Backend Engineer (Python)

Apexon — Canada · Posted ~3 hours ago

Senior Full-time Onsite

Skills

Python REST APIs backend development system design web application platforms scalable systems REST API Web Applications

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Summary ✨ AI‑Generated

A backend engineering role focused on building scalable services and APIs using Python. The position requires strong system design skills, experience with web platforms, and the ability to develop secure and reliable enterprise solutions.

Highlights

Opportunity to design and scale enterprise-grade backend systems, work on complex architecture challenges, and contribute to reliable high-performance platforms.

Description

Backend Engineer – Python (API & Platform Engineering) Location: Toronto Ontario - Onsite Education: 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. Please do not apply profiles without this experience. Role Overview Client 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 services Participate 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