You will collaborate with a team of skilled professionals, including backend software engineers and cross-functional teams, to build scalable and reliable backend systems. You will report to the engineering manager and work closely with product managers to align development efforts with company goals.
VPP-51 - Backend Developer
VPP-51 – Backend Developer
We are seeking a Backend Developer to design, build, and maintain production-grade server-side systems. This role focuses on developing scalable APIs and services, integrating databases and external systems, optimizing performance and reliability, and ensuring backend applications operate securely and efficiently at scale
Department:
AI, Insights, & Solutions
Project Location(s):
India/South America - Remote
Job Type:
Employee
Education:
Bachelor's
Who You’ll Work With
What You’ll Do
• Design and develop scalable backend systems using Python
• Create and maintain APIs for microservices
• Optimize system performance and reliability
• Write production-quality code and conduct code reviews
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements
• Assist in troubleshooting and debugging applications
• Participate in architectural discussions and design reviews
What You’ll Bring
• Strong experience with Python and SQL
• Proficiency in FastAPI, Flask, and Django
• Knowledge of REST APIs and basic gRPC
• Experience with PostgreSQL and MySQL databases
• Familiarity with Redis and MongoDB
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture
• Experience with Docker and basic Kubernetes
• Familiarity with AWS services such as EC2, S3, RDS, and Lambda
• Proficiency in messaging systems like Celery, Kafka, and RabbitMQ
• Strong skills in testing frameworks such as Pytest
• Experience with CI/CD tools, particularly GitHub Actions and Jenkins
Nice-to-Haves
• Experience with LLMs and GenAI
• Knowledge of RAG and prompt engineering
• Familiarity with vector databases such as Pinecone, FAISS, and Weaviate
What Makes Us Great Place To Work
Vekend is a people-first organization focused on developing thoughtful products and services that create meaningful impact for our customers and communities. We are committed to fostering a collaborative, respectful, and inclusive work environment where employees are empowered to take ownership of their work, contribute ideas, and grow professionally. We strive to support flexibility and work-life balance while maintaining high standards of performance and accountability.
What Makes Us Great Place To Work
For all locations, the good-faith, reasonable annualized full-time compensation for this role will be determined based on competitive market data and may vary depending on geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, education, and other business considerations. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the interview process.,Vekend offers a comprehensive benefits and wellness package designed to support employees’ overall well-being, financial security, and professional growth. Eligibility and coverage are subject to the terms of the applicable benefit plans and company policies.,Eligible employees have access to medical, dental, and vision insurance with company contributions toward premiums, a 401(k) retirement plan with company matching, and Paid Time Off that begins accruing on the first day of employment. We also support flexible work arrangements and opportunities for professional growth.,Benefits eligibility, coverage, and company contributions are subject to the terms of the applicable plan documents and may be modified at the company’s discretion.