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Software Engineer

Pavago is an offshore recruitment company that helps businesses build remote teams by connecting them with top talent from around the globe. It provides an all-in-one service that includes talent acquisition, hiring, onboarding, payroll management, and compliance assurance.

Pavago

Employee count: 11-50

Colombia only

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Software Engineer (Python, JavaScript, APIs, React, AI) – Remote | U.S. Hours

Position Type: Full-Time, Remote
Working Hours: U.S. Business Hours (flexible collaboration)

About the Role

We’re hiring a Software Engineer to design, build, and scale API-driven systems, workflows, and user-facing applications.

This role sits at the intersection of:

  • Backend development
  • Frontend interfaces
  • API integrations
  • Workflow automation
  • Emerging AI technologies

You’ll join a fast-growing company (150%+ YoY growth) where engineers are expected to:

👉 Build scalable systems

👉 Improve workflows

👉 Contribute to product and technical decisions

What You’ll Own

API Development & Integration

  • Build and maintain API integrations and backend services
  • Ensure reliable communication between systems
  • Troubleshoot and resolve API-related issues
  • Improve performance and stability of integrations

Workflow Automation & Optimization

  • Design and improve automated workflows
  • Connect systems across operations, product, and backend
  • Reduce manual processes through scalable solutions

Frontend & UI Development

  • Build and enhance user interfaces using modern frameworks
  • Collaborate with product and design teams
  • Deliver clean, responsive, and user-friendly experiences

Innovation & AI Implementation

  • Explore and implement AI-driven solutions
  • Experiment with new tools, frameworks, and workflows
  • Improve engineering efficiency through automation and innovation

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Work closely with:
    • Product
    • Operations
    • Engineering teams
  • Contribute ideas to improve systems and architecture
  • Participate in sprint planning, debugging, and solution design

What Makes You a Strong Fit

  • Strong problem-solving mindset
  • Comfortable working across backend, frontend, and APIs
  • Curious and excited about AI and new technologies
  • Thrives in fast-paced, evolving environments
  • Communicates clearly with both technical and non-technical teams
  • Proactive — you don’t just execute, you improve systems

Requirements (Must-Have)

Core Technical Skills

  • Experience with programming languages such as:
    • Python
    • JavaScript / TypeScript
    • Java (optional)
  • Understanding of API development and integrations
  • Basic frontend knowledge:
    • HTML
    • CSS
  • Familiarity with modern frameworks such as:
    • React
    • Angular
  • Strong problem-solving and debugging ability

Development Experience

  • Exposure to:
    • Backend systems
    • Frontend development
    • API orchestration
  • Ability to work in a deadline-driven, agile environment
  • Strong communication skills in English

Nice to Have

  • Experience with:
    • React / Angular (frontend frameworks)
    • Node.js / Flask (backend frameworks)
  • Familiarity with:
    • Selenium
    • Playwright
  • Experience in:
    • Workflow automation
    • System optimization
  • Exposure to:
    • AI tools or integrations
  • Experience in high-growth startups or scaling teams

Tech Stack (Typical)

  • Python / JavaScript / TypeScript
  • React / Angular
  • Node.js / Flask
  • REST APIs & integrations
  • Automation tools (Selenium, Playwright)
  • AI tools and APIs

What a Typical Day Looks Like

  • Review tasks, API workflows, and sprint priorities
  • Build and optimize backend services and integrations
  • Develop or improve frontend interfaces
  • Collaborate with teams to solve technical challenges
  • Debug API or performance issues
  • Explore new tools and AI solutions
  • Document updates and deployments

In short:
You build and improve the systems that power the company’s core operations and products.

Key Metrics (KPIs)

  • Stability and performance of APIs
  • Reduction in manual workflows through automation
  • Code quality and system reliability
  • On-time delivery of development tasks
  • Team collaboration and satisfaction
  • Contribution to innovation and improvements

Interview Process

  • Initial Phone Screen
  • Technical Interview (Recruiter / Engineering Lead)
  • Practical Task (coding or API workflow exercise)
  • Client Interview
  • Offer & Background Verification

Apply Now

If you’re an engineer who enjoys building systems, solving real problems, and working across APIs, frontend, and automation, this role gives you the opportunity to do exactly that.

Apply now and help scale a high-growth, innovation-driven engineering team.

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About Pavago

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The story of Pavago begins with a common entrepreneurial frustration. Its founders, Parker Cox and Ahmed Raza Ali, were running their own businesses and, like many others, found themselves grappling with the high costs and often underwhelming results of their digital marketing efforts. Determined to find a more efficient path to growth, they turned their sights to the global talent market. This decision to look offshore proved to be a pivotal moment. Within just three months of making their first offshore hire, they witnessed a remarkable 40% reduction in their Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC). This initial success was just the beginning of a transformative journey.

Encouraged by these results, they continued to build their offshore team, and within six months, they had expanded to seven team members. This strategic move not only drove down their operational labor costs by 22% but also led to significant increases across all their critical Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). As they shared their success story with fellow business owners, they discovered a widespread need for what they had built. A waitlist of entrepreneurs quickly formed, all asking the same question: 'Can you help us scale our team the same way?' This overwhelming demand was the spark that ignited Pavago. The founders realized they had a key to unlock a competitive advantage for small and medium-sized businesses – democratizing access to incredible offshore talent. Today, Pavago stands as a comprehensive, all-in-one service partner for businesses looking to scale efficiently. They handle the entire process, from talent acquisition and onboarding to payroll management and compliance, allowing entrepreneurs to focus on growth while leveraging a global team of top-tier professionals.

Employee benefits

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Retirement savings plan

Offers a retirement savings plan with a company match.

Company events

Company-sponsored events and team-building activities.

Flexible work hours

Offers flexible work hours to accommodate different schedules.

Remote work opportunities

The company is fully remote, allowing employees to work from anywhere.

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