Python Backend Developer

As a seasoned Backend Developer with strong expertise in Python and/or Go, you will be joining the core engineering team at The Modern Data Company. Your primary responsibility will be to work on building scalable backend systems that power high-impact data platforms and developer tools. This role requires a strong grasp of backend architectures, open-source technologies, and a deep builders mindset. You will play a vital role in solving foundational engineering problems that contribute to long-term platform success within a fast-moving, high-ownership team. - Design, build, and scale backend services using Python or Go - Contribute to high-performance, reliable APIs and data processing pipelines - Write clean, modular, testable code with a focus on maintainability - Collaborate closely with platform, DevOps, and product teams to deliver robust integrations - Participate in architectural decisions and technical designs - Utilize open-source tools and contribute back where applicable - Troubleshoot and optimize performance in distributed systems - 4+ years of experience in backend development - Strong proficiency in Python (Go is a strong plus) - Solid understanding of system design, REST APIs, and backend infrastructure - Hands-on experience with open-source tools, libraries, or contributions - Proficiency in writing and optimizing SQL queries - Familiarity with containerized environments (Docker/Kubernetes),