Backend Engineer, Python

Metal Toad

. Plan and confirm project requirements with project managers, supervisors, and clients .

Posted 11/5/2026contractRemote • BrazilMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in Python programming, REST API development, and test-driven development (TDD) while effectively collaborating in a team-oriented environment. Proficient in enhancing project test coverage and adapting to dynamic project requirements.

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Python ProgrammingREST API DevelopmentTest-Driven Development (TDD)Git Source ControlRelational Database Concepts

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Hard Skills

PythonREST APIJSON ModelingTDDBDDRelational DatabaseNoSQL DatabaseAPI CallsPackage ManagersCode Reviews

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTeam CollaborationIndependent Decision-MakingProactive Risk CommunicationAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

PostmanNpmPipGit

Industry Keywords

Open Source PrinciplesCorporate Values StatementCommunity Support

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

NoSQLOpen SourcePython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan and confirm project requirements with project managers, supervisors, and clients
Provide estimates based on requirements, wireframes, and designs
Adapt to a dynamic and collaborative work environment
Make independent decisions and communicate them effectively
Proactively communicate risks, known issues, and changelogs
Contribute to all phases of the development lifecycle
Work as part of a team
Write code conforming to best practices
Create well-tested code and enhance project test coverage
Perform peer code reviews
Create projects free of major defects
Research new libraries, techniques, and ideas
Support local community events and initiatives
Publish blog posts demonstrating technical expertise
Take ownership of new and different requests and explore opportunities to add value

Requirements

What you’ll need

Residing in Brazil
Unable to receive visa sponsorship; applicants must already have appropriate work authorization
Resume must be submitted in English as a PDF
Agree with the Corporate Values Statement
Believe in the company mission: To help people
Believe in the principles of open source
5+ years of experience with Python
Familiarity with relational database concepts
Familiarity with Postman and making API calls
Familiarity with NoSQL databases
Experience with REST API development and deployment
Experience with JSON modeling and usage
Experience querying and modeling using a relational data store
Experience using package managers such as npm or pip
Experience using Git for source control
Experience in TDD and/or BDD
Strive to enhance project test coverage

Benefits

Comp & perks

Fully remote work with the ability to work from home
Compensation in Brazilian Reais (R$) according to local currency
Remote company environment