Senior Backend Engineer, Messaging

Postscript is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer for their Messaging Platform team. This role involves creating scalable and maintainable code for the core of their business, contributing to the development of a high-quality messaging platform for ecommerce. The ideal candidate will have experience in Python and be comfortable working within a monolithic architecture. They will also have the opportunity to lead their team, make technical and product design decisions, and mentor other engineers. This is a remote position with a focus on building great products and driving the company's success.

• Research, design, and deploy new technical solutions for various projects
• Architect, build, and maintain REST APIs for external and internal customers
• Identify bottlenecks and implement solutions to improve throughput and efficiency in messaging architecture
• Collaborate with product, design, and other engineers to deliver a high-quality product
• Take ownership and explore innovative ideas to achieve outstanding results
• Contribute to the improvement of SDLC processes and procedures through feedback
• Lead group sessions and participate in the product to engineering project lifecycle
• Guide the team in making optimal technical and product design decisions
• Mentor other engineers on best practices, standards, and learning opportunities
• Communicate transparently and proactively, define scope, estimate tasks, and manage risk and change
• Lead teams and projects through phases of ambiguity and challenge
• Develop backend applications and APIs using Python (Flask and SQLAlchemy a plus)
• Experience with SaaS preferred

• Track record of leading teams and projects through phases of ambiguity and challenge with great results
• Proven career as a software engineer developing backend applications and APIs
• Hands-on expertise using Python (Flask and SQLAlchemy a plus)
• SaaS experience preferred
• History of working with complex, scalable systems
• Strong understanding of REST APIs
• Ability to identify bottlenecks and implement solutions to improve throughput and efficiency
• Experience with product-focused architecture and implementation
• Ability to mentor other engineers and provide guidance on best practices
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work remotely

• Salary range of USD $170,000 to $200,000 base plus significant equity regardless of location
• High growth startup - plenty of room for you to directly impact the company and grow your career!
• Remote team - work from home (or wherever!)
• Fun - We’re passionate and enjoy what we do
• Competitive compensation and opportunity for equity
• Flexible paid time off
• Health, dental, vision insurance
• Other great perks, such as home office stipend