Backend Engineer - Python

Role Overview

Support the growing team as a Backend Engineer - Python, taking a hands-on and high-ownership approach to shaping and building the backend architecture. Design scalable, secure, and high-performance systems, define robust APIs and data models, and align Kubernetes-based infrastructure with backend services.

What You Will Do

Responsible for shaping the backend architecture, integrating simulator and inference products, defining and evolving backend patterns, APIs, and data models, and building backend services capable of handling large-scale, data-intensive, and latency-sensitive operations.

Why It Might Be a Fit

Strong experience in Python (5+ years) with a focus on backend systems, proven experience building scalable, resilient backend architectures in production, and hands-on experience with FastAPI.

Requirements

• Strong experience in Python (5+ years) with a focus on backend systems
• Proven experience building scalable, resilient backend architectures in production
• Hands-on experience with FastAPI
• Solid understanding of distributed systems and system design
• Experience with PostgreSQL and data modeling for high-throughput systems
• Working knowledge of Kubernetes and containerized environments
• Experience with observability and monitoring tools (e.g. Prometheus)
• Understanding of security best practices, especially for handling sensitive client data

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with a performance-based incentive
• Subsidized Deutschlandticket
• Access to a discount portal
• Flexible hours with hybrid and remote-friendly options
• Flat hierarchies and rapid decision-making
• Global team with a diverse, international team across Germany and the USA
• Modern headquarters with a well-stocked office near the Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof
• Choice of high-quality hardware and equipment