Back-end Engineer Python - Permanent

Context

Collective.work is building the next-generation AI-powered sourcing platform for recruiters. Our mission is to help talent teams identify, engage, and hire the best candidates faster through intelligent automation and data-driven insights. Our backend systems power data ingestion, AI pipelines, and high-performance APIs that enable a seamless user experience.

Missions

• Design and develop scalable backend services and APIs using Python
• Build and maintain data pipelines and integrations with external data sources
• Collaborate with front-end, data, and ML teams to support product features
• Optimize performance, reliability, and scalability of backend systems
• Implement best practices for testing, monitoring, and observability
• Contribute to system architecture and technical decisions
• Ensure security, data privacy, and compliance standards are met
• Participate in code reviews and maintain high code quality

Tools & Environment

• Python (FastAPI, Django, or similar frameworks)
• APIs (REST, GraphQL)
• Databases (PostgreSQL, NoSQL systems)
• Data processing (ETL pipelines, async processing)
• Cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
• Messaging/queues (Kafka, RabbitMQ, Pub/Sub)
• Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)

Working Conditions

• Experience required: 3–6+ years in backend development
• Flexible remote work environment
• Opportunity to build the backbone of a cutting-edge AI product
• High ownership and technical impact
• Collaborative, engineering-driven culture
• Chance to shape architecture as the company scales