Senior Backend Engineer (Python/Django)

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<p><strong>About us</strong><br><span>Holafly is a fast-growing start-up that is changing how travellers connect to the internet</span><br><span>abroad. Since 2018, we have been providing peace of mind to travellers around more than</span><br><span>150 worldwide destinations. We are an international team of over 500 people</span><br><span>based worldwide working to provide stress- free experiences for all travellers.</span><br><span>Above all, we are seeking an individual who enjoys working in a team, can</span><br><span>express ideas assertively, and wants to contribute, learn, and feel useful.</span><br><span>We are specifically seeking a Senior Backend Developer (100% remote) who can apply</span><br><span>best practices that will be a significant part of their daily work. This role also involves</span><br><span>taking on responsibilities as a Software Architect, focused on operations and automation.</span><br><br><span>The ideal candidate will combine strategic thinking with hands-on skills to streamline and</span><br><span>scale processes effectively.</span><br><br><strong>Team presentation</strong><br><span>You would be part of the IT Delivery team. We currently have more than 40 colleagues</span><br><span>working internationally from home. For us, companionship and enjoyment when doing our</span><br><span>work come first. We believe in continuous improvement, automation and collective</span><br><span>knowledge without leaving human values behind. Always following best practices.</span><br></p><p>As a Backend Engineer, you will be the technical engine behind our global connectivity platform, ensuring our services are <strong>scalable and resilient</strong>. You will own the development of high-performance APIs, directly enabling millions of users to stay connected anywhere in the world.</p><h3><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><ul><li><p><strong>Build and optimize</strong> mission-critical microservices using <strong>Python, Django, and Django REST Framework (DRF)</strong>.</p></li><li><p><strong>Engineer Quality Frameworks</strong> by implementing robust unit testing (Pytest) and automated quality checks to ensure elite code standards.</p></li><li><p><strong>Architect scalable APIs</strong> from scratch, ensuring they can handle high-concurrency traffic during peak travel seasons.</p></li><li><p><strong>Eliminate technical debt</strong> by identifying and resolving performance bottlenecks, including N+1 query issues and asynchronous task optimization.</p></li><li><p><strong>Collaborate across borders</strong> with Product and QA teams to translate complex business logic into maintainable technical solutions.</p></li><li><p><strong>Champion best practices</strong> in the software lifecycle, from design patterns and documentation to comprehensive code reviews.</p></li></ul><h3><strong>Qualifications</strong></h3><ul><li><p><strong>5+ years of experience</strong> in backend development with a mastery of <strong>Django and Django REST Framework (DRF)</strong>.</p></li><li><p>Strong expertise in <strong>Unit Testing</strong> and establishing <strong>quality-first development frameworks</strong>.</p></li><li><p>Proven experience designing <strong>microservices architectures</strong> and integrating complex third-party ecosystem applications.</p></li><li><p>Proficiency in <strong>asynchronous programming</strong> and managing high-load database queries.</p></li><li><p>Professional-level <strong>English (C1 minimum)</strong> for effective collaboration in our global environment.</p></li></ul><h3><strong>Good to have</strong></h3><ul><li><p>Fluency or professional working proficiency in <strong>Spanish</strong>.</p></li><li><p>Experience with <strong>Silk</strong> or other performance profiling tools.</p></li></ul><h3><strong>Benefits & Perks</strong></h3><ul><li><p><strong>100% Remote-first</strong> environment with flexible hours to prioritize your well-being.</p></li><li><p>A high-impact role in a <strong>fast-scaling</strong> where your technical decisions matter.</p></li><li><p>A diverse, inclusive, and international team dedicated to solving global connectivity.</p></li></ul>

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