candidate.fyi is looking for a Software Engineer with a backend focus to join our team and help scale our platform. You will own your work, make a direct impact, and grow with our fast-growing, high-impact startup that is reshaping the future of hiring.

What You'll Do

Develop and maintain backend services using Python and Django to support our growing platform.
Design and optimize APIs to ensure seamless integration with our frontend and external systems.
Enhance database performance, optimize queries, and ensure scalability.
Collaborate with product and frontend teams to deliver seamless, high-performance user experiences.
Implement AI-driven features, leveraging modern tools to automate and improve the hiring process.
Own projects from end to end, working autonomously while contributing to a fast-moving team.

What We're Looking For

2-3 years of experience working with Python and Django.
Familiarity with PostgreSQL, REST APIs, and scalable backend architectures.
Familiar working with AI tooling (Cursor, Claude Code, etc.).
Strong problem-solving skills and an ability to optimize performance and efficiency.
Comfort working in a fast-paced startup environment, with a willingness to take ownership and iterate quickly.
Located on the East Coast (NY/Tri-State area is a big plus) for better collaboration.