Staff Software Engineer, Python

Northbeam

. Architect the incrementality product into a reliable, scalable experimentation platform .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $190,000 - $220,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and building scalable distributed backend systems and microservices, with a strong focus on Python and data processing. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and mentor engineers while navigating complex datasets and delivering production-ready solutions.

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Distributed Backend Systems DesignMicroservices ArchitecturePython ProgrammingReact Frontend DevelopmentData Processing Systems

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Hard Skills

APIsData IngestionAI-Powered WorkflowsRole-Based Access Control (RBAC)Complex Datasets NavigationTypeScriptCoding FundamentalsSystem ArchitectureTechnical DirectionProduction-Ready Solutions

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingMentoringCollaborationJudgmentAdaptability

Industry Keywords

Experimentation PlatformStartup ExperienceDesign ReviewsTeam OperationsInterconnected Tables

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

MicroservicesPythonReactTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Architect the incrementality product into a reliable, scalable experimentation platform
Set the direction for near-real-time data ingestion and processing
Define patterns for AI-powered workflows helping marketers evaluate performance and act on insights
Lead connection-state systems and the partner ecosystem across data ingestion and exports
Shape technical approaches in adjacent product areas such as role-based access control (RBAC)
Take products from early traction to meaningful scale and set technical direction
Partner with data scientists, product managers, and designers
Conduct design reviews, mentor engineers, and raise delivery standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years designing and building distributed backend systems, microservices, APIs, and/or data processing systems in Python
Deep experience owning system architecture, including scale-related tradeoffs
Track record partnering with product managers, designers, and data scientists to shape products
Startup experience or experience in an environment demanding breadth, sound judgment, and problem-solving under ambiguity
Ability to turn ambiguous product needs into sound technical architecture and production-ready solutions
Fluency navigating complex datasets and interconnected tables
Working frontend experience with React and TypeScript
Strong coding fundamentals; AI used as an accelerator rather than a substitute for core capabilities
Generalist mindset and willingness to work across backend, frontend, pipelines, and infrastructure
Experience mentoring engineers and improving team operations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equity package
Comprehensive healthcare benefits (medical, dental, and vision)
401(k) plan
Flexible PTO policy
12 company-paid holidays
12 weeks of paid parental leave
$500 work-from-home stipend