Software Engineer (Backend)

Divorce.com is revolutionizing the divorce process, helping couples navigate their divorce in a more sane way by reducing time, cost, uncertainty, and unnecessary trauma. We are in the process of finding our next 100,000 customers, and we’re looking for the right experienced technologist to lead our team into our next phase.As a Backend Engineer, you will play a crucial role on a new nimble, small team building the next version of our divorce platform. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining robust backend systems that support the delivery of our innovative divorce solutions. Your contributions will directly impact the effectiveness and scalability of our services, and make a meaningful impact on the future of divorce.

Key Responsibilities:Design and develop scalable, maintainable, and efficient backend systems in PythonCollaborate with cross-functional teams, including frontend developers and product managers, to define and implement new featuresHelp define and evolve our domain model to expand our service offeringParticipate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers and fostering a collaborative development environment.Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, optimizing performance and ensuring the reliability of our platform.Stay up-to-date with emerging trends and technologies in backend development, and actively explore opportunities for innovation.⠀Qualifications:Strong proficiency in Python Experience with Ruby and Rails development is a plusSolid understanding of object-oriented programming, design patterns, and software engineering principles, and domain modelingFamiliarity with RESTful APIs, and database design (SQL).At least 4 years of experience working on large production systems⠀Why Join Us?Be a part of a dynamic team that is making a positive difference in people's lives during challenging times.Work in a supportive and collaborative environment that values innovation and creativity.Enjoy opportunities for professional growth and development, including access to learning resources and training.Benefit from a competitive compensation package and a flexible work schedule.

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