Lead Software Engineer (Python / FastAPI / AWS)

Role & responsibilities

Role Overview

We are looking for a Lead Software Engineer who combines deep technical expertise with strong product intuition. This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of engineering, product, and business, and enjoys taking end-to-end ownership of building and launching impactful features.

You will lead the design and delivery of scalable systems using Python, FastAPI, PostgreSQL, and AWS, while also collaborating on (and optionally contributing to) modern front-end experiences using React. Youll leverage AI-assisted development tools to accelerate productivity and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Own End-to-End Delivery: Lead the architecture, design, development, and launch of key product features and services.
• Build Scalable Systems: Design and implement high-performance APIs and backend systems using Python (FastAPI) and PostgreSQL, deployed on AWS.
• Contribute to Full-Stack Experience (Plus): Collaborate with frontend engineers and contribute to UI development using React where appropriate.
• Product-Centric Engineering: Partner closely with Product and Design to shape requirements and deliver customer-centric solutions.
• AI-Accelerated Development: Leverage AI tools (e.g., coding copilots, LLM workflows) to improve speed, quality, and innovation.
• Technical Leadership: Mentor engineers, set coding standards, and drive best practices.
• Operational Excellence: Own system reliability, scalability, monitoring, and incident response.

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of software engineering experience, with leadership exposure
• Strong expertise in:

Python

FastAPI (or similar backend frameworks)

PostgreSQL

AWS

• Proven experience building scalable APIs and distributed systems
• Demonstrated ownership of end-to-end feature or product delivery
• Strong collaboration with Product Managers and stakeholders