Lead Backend Developer – Python
Quick Summary
Overview We're looking for an experienced Lead Backend Developer to drive the design, development, and delivery of scalable Python-based backend systems. You will lead a team, collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, and deliver high-quality solutions for global clients.
Lead backend design and development using Python, ensuring scalability, reliability, and maintainability. Build and maintain APIs and backend services with frameworks like FastAPI; experience with Django, Node.js, Wagtail, or Firebase is a plus.
6+ years in software engineering, with 4+ years hands-on Python development. Proven experience leading backend teams and delivering complex projects. Strong skills in FastAPI, RESTful APIs, PostgreSQL, and Docker.
We're looking for an experienced Lead Backend Developer to drive the design, development, and delivery of scalable Python-based backend systems. You will lead a team, collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, and deliver high-quality solutions for global clients.
Responsibilities
~1 min read- → Lead backend design and development using Python, ensuring scalability, reliability, and maintainability.
- → Build and maintain APIs and backend services with frameworks like FastAPI; experience with Django, Node.js, Wagtail, or Firebase is a plus.
- → Mentor and guide a team of developers, review code, and enforce engineering best practices.
- → Collaborate with frontend developers, QA, DevOps, and clients to deliver end-to-end solutions.
- → Optimize backend systems for performance, maintainability, and operational efficiency.
- → Produce technical documentation and ensure project knowledge is effectively shared.
- 6+ years in software engineering, with 4+ years hands-on Python development.
- Proven experience leading backend teams and delivering complex projects.
- Strong skills in FastAPI, RESTful APIs, PostgreSQL, and Docker.
- Deep understanding of backend architecture, coding standards, and best practices.
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and client-facing skills.
- Ownership mindset with the ability to adapt in fast-paced environments.
- Lead challenging projects in a global, remote-first environment.
- Collaborate with top-tier tech talent on cutting-edge solutions.
- Directly influence product architecture and technical strategy.
Location & Eligibility
Listing Details
- First seen
- May 5, 2026
- Last seen
- October 1, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 29
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 12%
- Scored at
- June 4, 2026
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