Senior Python Developer (Remote - New York)

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of ItsaCheckmate. We are currently looking for a Senior Python Developer in New York (USA).

This role offers the opportunity to lead backend development for high-performance, consumer-facing applications in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. You will design, build, and optimize APIs that power web, mobile, and in-store experiences, working closely with internal teams and third-party partners. The ideal candidate thrives on solving complex technical challenges, has strong expertise in Python and database management, and enjoys improving system performance and scalability. This position allows for ownership over critical parts of the codebase, ensuring high-quality solutions for both internal and external users. Remote flexibility is offered, with the expectation to coordinate in real-time with the US Eastern Time team.

Accountabilities

In this role, you will:

• Integrate internal APIs with frontend applications and external APIs to provide seamless functionality.
• Expand and enhance REST API capabilities using OpenAPI specifications.
• Develop new backend features to improve the customer-facing product suite.
• Optimize API performance and reduce latency through SQL tuning, caching, background tasks, and monitoring tools.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve bugs reported by end users.
• Refactor legacy code to modern standards and improve code maintainability.
• Expand automated test coverage to ensure application stability and reliability.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

• 5–10 years of professional experience as a Python Developer, preferably with Flask (Django experience considered).
• Strong SQL skills and experience working directly with databases without an ORM.
• Experience in consumer-facing applications with high-performance requirements.
• Knowledge of integrating external APIs for payments, CRM, loyalty, or marketing applications.
• Hands-on experience with Celery, Redis, Docker, Linux, and AWS is a plus.
• Experience working on established codebases and taking ownership of modules.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and solve problems proactively.
• BSc in Computer Science, Engineering, or a relevant field.
• Availability to work at least until 4 pm US Eastern Time.

Benefits

This position offers:

• Competitive salary: $180,000 – $200,000.
• Health care plan including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement plan with 401(k) matching.
• Life insurance (basic, voluntary, and AD&D).
• Flexible paid time off and family leave (maternity/paternity).
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Professional training and development opportunities.
• Fully remote work setup.
• Stock option plan.

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.

When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly.
🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements.
📊 It compares your profile to the job’s core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.
🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role.
🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed.

The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role. Once the shortlist is completed, we share it directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps (such as interviews or assessments) are then made by their internal hiring team.

Thank you for your interest!