A fast-growing
EdTech start-up is seeking a
Senior Python Engineer to build and scale its next-generation learning platform. This role is ideal for engineers with a
strong start-up background, who thrive in fast-paced environments and are passionate about
scalable software architecture, backend development, and education technology. The ideal candidate has
10+ years of experience in software development, with deep expertise in
Python and modern cloud-based infrastructures.
Required Skills & Experience: - Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- 10+ years of experience in software engineering, with a strong Python focus.
- Proven experience in start-up environments, with the ability to build and scale software solutions efficiently.
- Deep knowledge of backend architecture, API development, and cloud-based systems.
- Strong experience with Django, FastAPI, or Flask for building scalable applications.
- Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and containerization tools like Docker & Kubernetes.
- Proficiency in SQL & NoSQL databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, or DynamoDB.
- Experience in asynchronous programming, event-driven architectures, and message queues (Kafka, RabbitMQ, etc.).
- Strong understanding of software design principles, scalability, and performance optimization.
Desired Skills & Experience: - Familiarity with machine learning pipelines and data engineering within an EdTech context.
- Experience working in education technology, e-learning platforms, or content delivery.
- Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, DevOps best practices, and infrastructure as code (Terraform, Ansible, etc.).
- Experience with real-time data processing and analytics.
What You Will Be Doing: Tech Breakdown: - 70% Backend Development & Python Engineering
- 20% Cloud & Infrastructure Work
- 10% Collaboration with Product & Engineering Teams
Daily Responsibilities: - 60% Hands-on Development & Building Scalable Applications
- 20% Optimizing System Performance & Cloud Infrastructure
- 20% Collaborating with Product & Engineering Teams
Posted by: Julie Bennett
Specialization: Python