[Remote] Senior Software Engineer (Python / Django)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Talener is a growing, profitable fintech SaaS company building software for the mortgage lending ecosystem. They are seeking a Senior Software Engineer (Python / Django) to design and develop backend systems and features within a cloud-based SaaS platform, contributing to API-driven services and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend systems and features using Python and Django within a cloud-based SaaS platform
• Contribute to the development of API-driven services and integrations with external financial systems and partners
• Collaborate with product, QA, and engineering teams to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions
• Participate in architecture and design discussions, helping shape the evolution of multiple platform applications
• Maintain and enhance existing systems, including supporting legacy components and contributing to newer platform development
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code with a focus on performance, scalability, and reliability
• Take ownership of projects end-to-end, managing priorities and delivering high-quality solutions in a remote-first environment
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to a collaborative, feedback-driven engineering culture

Skills

• 5+ years of professional software engineering experience, with strong backend development focus
• 3+ years of hands-on experience building production-grade applications in Django (non-academic/project-based experience required)
• Strong proficiency in Python and experience working with modern web frameworks and RESTful APIs
• Experience working with cloud-based infrastructure (GCP, AWS, or similar)
• Familiarity with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and data-heavy applications
• Ability to operate independently while maintaining strong communication and collaboration across distributed teams
• Must be authorized to work in the United States — no visa sponsorship available
• Experience in SaaS or startup environments preferred
• Exposure to Docker, CI/CD pipelines, or full-stack development (including light JavaScript) is a plus

Benefits

• Bonus: ~10% annual performance-based bonus
• Role is 100% remote
• Engineering team is small and collaborative, offering high ownership and impact on core product development
• Work environment emphasizes flexibility, accountability, and strong communication within a remote-first culture
• Occasional team travel may be required (e.g., annual company offsite)

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