Python Software Engineer, Backend & APIs - Remote

About the Role

The role requires a strong understanding of Python, databases, external APIs, cloud infrastructure, testing, validation, and production reliability. You'll work on backend systems that connect dexter health with third-party healthcare software providers, synchronizing and validating operational data used in real care workflows. External APIs can be inconsistent, data models can be messy, and edge cases are common, so you'll need to be fast, sharp, and ownership-driven to succeed.

What You Will Do

• Develop and maintain backend systems written in Python, focusing on scalability and reliability
• Work heavily with databases, data models, and external APIs to ensure seamless integration
• Build and improve integrations with third-party healthcare software providers, considering the complexities of healthcare data
• Work with REST APIs, authentication, webhooks, pagination, retries, rate limits, and edge cases to ensure robust backend systems
• Maintain data transformation, validation, and synchronization logic to guarantee data integrity
• Debug production issues, data inconsistencies, sync failures, and API problems to minimize downtime
• Improve testing, validation, monitoring, health checks, and failure handling to ensure high availability
• Work with cloud technologies such as GCP, AWS, Azure, or comparable platforms to leverage their strengths
• Work with serverless functions, background jobs, schedulers, async workflows, or similar backend infrastructure to optimize performance
• Use AI development tools as a core part of your daily workflow, leveraging them to enhance productivity and code quality
• Write clean, maintainable, testable backend code that adheres to best practices

What We Are Looking For

• Strong Python backend experience in production environments, with a focus on scalability and performance
• Experience with databases, data models, and API integrations, particularly in healthcare or similar domains
• Solid understanding of REST APIs, authentication, retries, rate limits, and error handling, with the ability to implement robust solutions
• Experience with cloud technologies such as GCP, AWS, Azure, or similar, and the ability to leverage their services effectively
• Experience with background jobs, schedulers, serverless functions, async workflows, or comparable backend infrastructure, with a focus on optimizing system performance
• Strong debugging instincts across logs, cloud services, databases, and external APIs, with the ability to resolve complex issues efficiently
• Experience writing tests and validating backend behavior before shipping, ensuring high-quality code
• Ability to work with typed Python, structured data models, and validation frameworks, adhering to best practices for code quality
• Serious experience using AI development tools such as Claude Code, Codex, Cursor, Copilot, or similar, with a focus on enhancing productivity and code quality
• High intelligence, fast learning speed, bias to action, and ownership mindset, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Nice to Have

• Experience with healthcare software, healthcare data, or integration middleware, providing a deeper understanding of the healthcare technology landscape
• Experience with async Python and concurrent API calls, enabling the development of high-performance backend systems
• Familiarity with GraphQL clients, offering an alternative approach to API interactions
• Experience with document databases, NoSQL systems, or event-driven backend systems, providing a broader understanding of data storage and processing options
• Experience with Docker, CI/CD, secrets management, or observability tooling, facilitating the development and deployment of robust backend systems

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary and benefits package, tailored to attract top talent in the industry
• Opportunity to work on a mission-driven project that makes a real difference in healthcare, providing a sense of purpose and fulfillment
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment with a team of experienced professionals, fostering growth and learning
• Flexible working hours and remote work options, allowing for a healthy work-life balance
• Access to the latest technologies and tools, including AI development tools, to stay ahead of the curve
• Professional development opportunities, including training and conference attendance, to support ongoing growth and education
• Recognition and reward for outstanding performance, motivating team members to strive for excellence
• A fun and inclusive company culture, promoting a positive and supportive work environment

• To stand out, highlight your experience with Python backend development, particularly in scalable and reliable systems. Showcase your ability to debug complex issues and implement robust solutions.
• Demonstrate your understanding of REST APIs, authentication, and error handling, and be prepared to discuss how you've applied these concepts in previous roles.
• Familiarize yourself with AI development tools such as Claude Code, Codex, Cursor, Copilot, or similar, and be prepared to discuss how you can leverage these tools to enhance your productivity and code quality.
• Emphasize your ability to work independently and take ownership of your work, as this is a shared-ownership role that requires a high level of autonomy and responsibility.
• Be prepared to discuss your experience with cloud technologies, serverless functions, and async workflows, and how you can apply these skills to optimize system performance.
• Showcase your problem-solving skills and ability to work with ambiguity, as these are essential for success in this role.
• Consider creating a portfolio that highlights your backend development work, including any open-source projects or contributions you've made to demonstrate your skills and experience.