Senior Python Engineer

Fliff is a sports gaming social platform building free-to-play games for various sports. They are seeking a Senior Python Engineer to own, design, build, and maintain high-performance distributed systems serving millions of users. The role involves end-to-end delivery of scalable, reliable, and low-latency solutions using Python, Django, and Kafka. The company emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and a supportive work environment.

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional Python backend development experience
• Solid Django experience (not necessarily expert level)
• Production experience with Apache Kafka
• Strong experience with distributed systems (microservices or similar architecture)
• Experience deploying and managing containerized applications (Docker); Kubernetes experience is a plus
• Familiarity with any cloud provider (AWS preferred)
• Proficient with SQL databases, especially PostgreSQL; NoSQL is a plus
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and test automation
• Knowledge of monitoring and logging tools (Prometheus, Grafana, or equivalent)
• Strong problem-solving skills and comfort doing code reviews
• Prior experience working with systems supporting 1M+ users is a strong plus

Benefits

• Fully remote work environment
• Professional development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative workplace
• Engaging and challenging role
• Inclusive culture