Senior Backend Engineer, Pensions Team – Python

InvestEngine

. Design, develop, and maintain backend services in Python 3.11 using Django / DRF .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeRemoteSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in backend development with a strong focus on Python 3.11 and Django, alongside a solid understanding of system design and architecture. Capable of building and maintaining RESTful APIs while ensuring high standards of code quality and performance.

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Python 3.11DjangoREST API DevelopmentMySQLCI/CD Pipelines

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Hard Skills

Backend DevelopmentSystem DesignArchitectural DesignCachingCode QualityTestingTechnical Decision-MakingPerformance OptimizationScalable SystemsClean Code

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationProblem-SolvingOwnershipCollaborationNavigating Ambiguity

Tools & Technologies

GitTeamCityGitHub ActionsRedisAWSDockerRabbitMQKafka

Industry Keywords

FintechRegulated IndustriesB2B ToolsPensionsInvestment Products

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSDjangoDockerKafkaMySQLPythonRabbitMQRedis

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, develop, and maintain backend services in Python 3.11 using Django / DRF
Design scalable, reliable, and maintainable backend solutions
Contribute to architectural discussions and make technical decisions within the area of ownership
Work with MySQL and Redis to improve system performance and reliability
Build and improve RESTful APIs for internal and external integrations
Continuously improve system performance, stability, and scalability
Collaborate with Product, Compliance, and Business teams to deliver new features and improve existing processes
Investigate and resolve production issues, identify bottlenecks, and reduce technical debt
Maintain high standards of code quality, testing, and engineering practices
Work with Git and CI/CD pipelines, including TeamCity and GitHub Actions
Contribute to improvements in architecture, development processes, and internal tooling
Participate in a lean, collaborative engineering team with influence on architecture, product decisions, and engineering culture
Complete the hiring process: Talent intro call, technical interview, gamified cognitive assessment, and CTO conversation

Requirements

What you’ll need

4+ years of experience in backend development
Strong Python skills and deep knowledge of Django or similar frameworks
Experience designing backend architectures and scalable systems
Solid understanding of relational databases, caching, and system design
Hands-on experience building and maintaining REST APIs
Ability to take ownership and make sound technical decisions independently
Comfortable navigating ambiguity and turning requirements into practical solutions
Familiarity with Git, CI/CD, clean code, testing, and monitoring
Strong communication and problem-solving skills
English B2+ and fluent Russian
Nice to have: experience in fintech, regulated industries, or internal B2B tools
Nice to have: familiarity with AWS and Docker
Nice to have: experience with RabbitMQ or Kafka
Nice to have: experience with pensions, investment products, or other financial products
Nice to have: open-source contributions or personal technology projects

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote-first and flexible — work from anywhere
Unlimited vacation
Impact from day one — work on business-critical systems and products
Technical growth — influence architecture and the long-term development of the platform
Modern tech stack
Supportive and experienced engineering team