About Docsumo:Docsumo is redefining how businesses manage documents. Our Document AI platform automates the extraction and interpretation of data from complex, unstructured documents—such as bank statements, insurance policies, and financial reports—turning them into structured, actionable insights.By helping companies eliminate manual processes, we enable faster, smarter decisions. Our technology powers operational efficiency across industries, backed by world-class investors like Sequoia, Barclays, Fifth Wall, Common Ocean, and Techstars.The Opportunity: Senior Python Engineer:We are looking for an experienced Senior Python Engineer to join our backend engineering team and lead the development of scalable, high-performance applications. This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in Python and microservices who thrives in a fast-paced startup environment and is passionate about writing clean, maintainable code.You'll work closely with founders, engineering leaders, product managers, and operations teams to build core backend systems that directly impact our customers and scale with our growth.Your Responsibilities:Architect and build robust, scalable backend systems using Python (Flask, FastAPI)Drive engineering best practices—code reviews, unit testing, CI/CD, and design patternsCollaborate cross-functionally to translate business needs into technical solutionsManage the full software development lifecycle: planning, development, testing, release, and monitoringSolve complex technical problems through efficient, reliable algorithms and architectural designLead backend project execution with a strong focus on performance, reliability, and securityGuide Agile processes: sprints, retrospectives, stand-ups, and planning meetingsMaintain and evolve existing applications and codebases with comprehensive documentationMentor junior engineers and contribute to a culture of excellence, collaboration, and growthWhat You’ll Bring:4+ years of hands-on experience in backend development with PythonStrong expertise with Python web frameworks such as Flask or FastAPIExperience working with NoSQL databases, particularly MongoDB Atlas using PyMongoProficiency across the software development lifecycle, from code quality to operationsA problem-solving mindset with the ability to translate business challenges into engineering solutionsExposure to microservices architecture and scalable backend system designNice to Have:Experience with Kubernetes, cloud-native architecture, and serverless computingFamiliarity with GCP or AWS, especially services like S3 and Cloud RunPrior experience leading architecture or design efforts on production-grade systemsExcellent debugging, testing, and code optimization skillsStrong communication and teamwork skills with a product-focused mindsetEnthusiasm for continuous learning and applying best practicesWhy Join Docsumo?Be part of a rapidly growing AI company backed by top global investorsDrive real impact by working on mission-critical systems used by global businessesAccelerate your growth into a Lead Developer or Principal Engineer roleOwn and lead end-to-end feature development in an agile, autonomous teamCollaborate directly with founders and shape product directionJoin us to build the future of intelligent document processing and unlock the power of unstructured data.
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Senior Python Engineer (4 years)