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Backend Software Engineer - Python

Reflex

Job Overview

We are seeking a talented and experienced Backend Software Engineer to join our team at Reflex, a company dedicated to developing an open-source, full-stack Python framework. This role is based in our San Francisco office, where you will work on-site from Monday to Friday. As a Backend Software Engineer, you will be working on a very early product in a rapidly evolving codebase, contributing to both our hosting service and open-source project.

Key Responsibilities

  • Optimize and Improve Open-Source Project: You will be responsible for enhancing our open-source project, ensuring it meets the highest standards of performance and reliability.
  • Feature Development for Hosting Service: Work on various features of our hosting service, including authentication, payments, and database management.
  • Performance Optimization: Focus on improving performance, reducing deployment times, and ensuring efficient operation of our services.
  • Community Engagement: Actively participate in the Reflex community by seeking feedback, integrating contributions, and fostering positive and collaborative relationships.

Required Skills and Experience

  • 3+ Years of Software Engineering Experience: Proven experience in software engineering, with a strong focus on backend development.
  • Proficiency in Python: Deep understanding of Python, with the ability to write clean, efficient, and maintainable code.
  • Experience with AWS and Docker: Familiarity with AWS services and Docker for containerization.
  • Authentication and Payments: Experience setting up authentication, payments, and authorization in previous roles.
  • Open Source Contribution: A background in contributing to open-source software, competitive programming, or interesting side projects is highly desirable.

What We Look For

  • Passion for open-source software and contributing to open-source communities.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a rapidly changing codebase.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

About Reflex

Reflex (YC W23) is an open-source, full-stack Python framework that makes it easy to build and deploy web apps in minutes. We are a small but growing team, passionate about open-source software and building a strong community around our projects.

Join us in our mission to simplify web app development and make it accessible to everyone. If you are a skilled backend engineer with a passion for open-source software, we would love to hear from you!

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