Senior Pyton Backend Developer (Contract, Remote)

Role Overview

INFUSE is hiring a Senior Python Backend Developer (Contract, Remote). The position emphasizes a strong R&D mindset and proven experience building scalable, maintainable microservice systems with substantial integration work.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the full product lifecycle from prototype through scalable production release.
• Build databases and backend APIs that are scalable and maintainable.
• Integrate and manage internal and third-party APIs to ensure smooth data flow.
• Co-integrate automation solutions and analyze/support scalability options.
• Collaborate with product, project managers, business analysts, product design, and other teams to translate business needs into technical solutions with measurable impact.
• Coordinate development with internal and external senior developer teammates.

Requirements

• Backend: Python (FastAPI/Django), PostgreSQL, Redis, Asyncio.
• Infrastructure: Docker, AWS, CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience designing end-to-end architectures from database to interface, prioritizing scalability, maintainability, and clean integration points.
• Microservices & messaging: design/integration of microservice APIs and messaging systems (Kafka/RabbitMQ).
• Engineering practices: Code Review, unit tests, CI/CD.
• End-to-end delivery experience including AWS deployment.
• English: fluent (upper-intermediate or higher).

Nice to Have

• TypeScript, Next.js, React.
• AI tooling experience: Cursor, Copilot, Claude.

Personal Attributes

• Self-motivated with team leadership skills.
• Strong problem-solving mindset to find technical solutions aligned with business requirements.

Work Setup & Schedule

• Remote (location: Bulgaria listed).
• Work schedule (EEST / Kyiv Time): Mon–Fri, 1:00 PM to 9:30 PM/10:00 PM, with a 30–60 minute break.

Hiring Process (Summary)

• Application review against requirements.
• Possible video interview, then test/short project.
• Final interviews with hiring manager and/or interview team (live via Zoom/in-person).