Backend Engineer (Python, SQL) (Remote - US) at Jobgether

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Backend Engineer (Python, SQL) (Remote - US) at Jobgether. This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Backend Engineer (Python, SQL) in the United States.. As a Backend Engineer on the Customer Experience Platform team, you will play a pivotal role in designing, building, and scaling backend systems that power customer support operations for a rapidly growing online marketplace. You will develop and maintain infrastructure that efficiently handles high volumes of technical, purchasing, and logistics issues, while implementing AI-driven automation tools to streamline issue resolution. This role offers the chance to lead end-to-end projects, improve system performance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful features. You will operate in a fast-paced environment that values technical excellence, creative problem-solving, and proactive leadership, all while contributing to an enhanced user experience. The position also provides opportunities to mentor team members and influence technical strategy on critical backend systems.. . Accountabilities:. Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems supporting customer support operations.. Build and enhance user-facing features and internal platform functionalities.. Scale infrastructure to manage increasing support volume and operational complexity.. Develop AI-powered automation tools to handle high volumes of customer inquiries efficiently.. Translate complex business problems into clear technical solutions and lead implementation.. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth feature integration and delivery.. Mentor and support team members, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment.. Continuously monitor and improve system performance, reliability, and security.. . 5+ years of full-time software engineering experience, preferably in high-growth startups.. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent experience.. Proven experience building end-to-end product experiences and scaling backend systems.. Strong proficiency in Python, SQL, and experience with relational databases (Postgres preferred).. Experience with Elixir or other backend technologies is a plus.. Ownership mindset with a track record of managing projects from inception to deployment.. Excellent problem-solving skills, particularly in ambiguous situations.. Strong communication and leadership abilities to guide team members and collaborate cross-functionally.. Familiarity with AI/ML-based automation tools and integrating them into backend systems is advantageous.. . Company Location: United States.