Senior Backend Engineer

Job Requirements Must be dedicated, passionate, and hard‑working, and excited to work in an energetic environment. Must be able to work with a team and collaborate effectively. We are looking for a creative and efficient problem solver. Technical Preferences 4+ years of experience with Python or other object‑oriented programming languages. Strong experience in developing services using frameworks like Flask, FastAPI, or Django. Experience with relational databases, including schema design, query optimization, and ORM integration with Python applications. Solid working experience building RESTful APIs. Knowledge of continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines. Experience with software testing, TDD, and unit testing. Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker. Active experience integrating custom code with third‑party APIs. Hands‑on experience with tools such as Git, Jira, and Confluence. Experience working in the AWS ecosystem. Familiarity with application monitoring and reporting software such as Datadog and New Relic. What You Will Do Work with small teams – onboard your first week, ship changes during your second. Actively participate in the design, development, and maintenance of Closinglock web applications, ensuring high performance, responsiveness, and scalability. Contribute to the full software development lifecycle, from concept and design to testing and deployment. Consult on efforts regarding feature requests, feedback, and future product development for the business. Perks & Benefits Competitive salary Equity compensation Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Unlimited PTO 401(k) match Maternity/paternity leave Fully‑subsidized downtown parking Weekly lunch stipend Full access to onsite gym and locker rooms Monthly team get‑togethers (Lunches, social events, sports outings, etc) Closinglock is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome everyone to our team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr