Senior Backend Engineer (Python)

Codal is an award-winning web design and development consultancy that helps enterprise organizations solve complex problems and accelerate growth through elegant, data-driven digital solutions. As a Senior Backend Engineer, you'll collaborate with innovative organizations and work on cutting-edge technologies, promoting long-term success and career growth.

Requirements

• 4+ years of professional experience developing backend systems with Python
• Proficiency with one or more modern frameworks (Django, FastAPI, or Flask)
• Strong understanding of RESTful API or GraphQL design principles
• Experience working with databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, or MongoDB
• Strong understanding of asynchronous programming, microservices, and event-driven architectures
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Git-based workflows, and Agile methodologies
• Strong debugging, optimization, and performance-tuning skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities, with experience working in cross-functional teams

Benefits

• Medical, Life, Dental/Vision, and many more insurance types
• Employer 401k match - 4%
• Office snacks and drinks
• A fancy Bevi water machine with flavored water
• Regular happy hours, dinners, excursions, and other company events
• Recreational group competing in city leagues for softball and volleyball
• Office in the heart of downtown Chicago with a gym, food court, Walgreens, rooftop bar, outdoor sports court, and other amenities
• Working hybrid for in-person collaboration and sprint-planning days