Senior Backend Engineer (Python/Django)

Berlin

16h

At CampfireFM, we're on a mission to build a podcast community platform. As huge podcast nerds ourselves, we believe that the communities around podcasts deserve a dedicated home — and we're here to create it. For this mission we’re currently looking for a Senior Backend Engineer.

Tasks

Develop and maintain backend services using Django and Kubernetes
Build solid APIs for our mobile clients and our web based creator platform in close collaboration with our client developers
Ensure high standards of code quality, security, scalability and performance
Write and maintain unit, integration and end-to-end tests
Identify and implement improvements in development processes and practices
Actively participate in code reviews, testing, and deployment activities
Participate in system architecture discussions and help shape the technical direction of the platform
Actively participate in code reviews and support knowledge sharing across the team

Requirements

8+ years of professional software development experience, including 4+ years in a senior backend engineering role using django
Proven track record of building APIs using Django Rest Framework
Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and version control workflows (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, etc.)
Familiarity with managing infrastructure as code
Experience with testing best practices and tools (Pytest, Django TestCase, Factory Boy, etc.)
Strong communication skills and proven ability to work effectively in a remote team
Full-stack experience preferred, experience in next.js/typescript/tailwind is a plus
Fluent in English (must) and German (preferred)
Must be based in Germany, preferably in or around Berlin