Checkmate is hiring a Senior Python Developer to build and scale the backend systems powering our customer-facing products. You will take ownership of expanding core features, ensuring high performance, and maintaining a robust application.

What You'll Do

Integrate with backend and external APIs to expand product capabilities.
Build new REST API endpoints using the OpenAPI specification.
Develop new backend functionalities for customer-facing products.
Improve end-user experience by reducing API latency through SQL optimization, indices, caching, background tasks, and Datadog APM.
Track down and resolve bugs encountered by end users.
Refactor parts of the application that require modernization.
Expand the scope and coverage of the automated test suite.

What We're Looking For

Very strong written and verbal communication skills.
5-10 years of professional experience as a Python Developer.
Experience with Flask or Django, with a strong preference for Flask.
A thorough understanding of working directly with databases and writing custom SQL queries.
Experience working on a high-performance, consumer-facing application.
Experience integrating with external APIs for features like payments.
Experience working on an e-commerce application, preferably in the restaurant or retail industry.
Knowledge of and experience with CRM and/or loyalty & marketing applications, either directly or via integration.
Experience working with and taking ownership of an established codebase.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision; must be a self-starter.
BSc in Computer Science, Engineering, or a relevant field.
Must be available until at least 5 p.m. US Eastern Time.
Candidates must have their own system/work setup for remote work.