Python Engineer (Senior) ID41787 Porto

Overview

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Engine

Agile
Engine is an Inc. 5000 company that creates
- winning software for Fortune 500 brands and startups across 17+ industries. We rank among the leaders in areas like application development and AI/ML, and our
- first culture has earned us multiple Best Place to Work awards.

WHY JOIN US If you're looking for a place to grow, make an impact, and work with people who care, we'd love to meet you!

ABOUT THE ROLE This role offers the chance to lead backend development and shape a
- generation AI-powered platform. You’ll build scalable Python systems, contribute across the stack, and collaborate directly with product and leadership to turn complex business needs into impactful technical solutions. Working in a
- paced,
- driven environment, you’ll prototype, iterate, and take ownership of features that deliver real user value. With a culture that values speed, independence, and collaboration, this role lets you make significant technical and product impact while growing as a senior engineer.

What you will do

• Lead backend development: design, implement, and maintain scalable backend systems in Python;
• Contribute across the stack: while backend is the main focus, be open to occasional frontend contributions (Vue. js, React, etc. ) when needed;
• Collaborate with product & CEO: work closely with stakeholders to understand business needs and turn them into technical solutions;
• Prototype quickly & iterate: deliver functional, scrappy prototypes for fast learning and adjust based on feedback;
• Work with production feedback: build features that can be tested with real users, monitor performance, and iterate rapidly;
• Take ownership: make sound engineering decisions independently, ensuring alignment with product goals;
• Support a culture of speed and experimentation: balance technical quality with business value, optimizing for learning and
  -
  - market.

MUST HAVES

• Proven experience of 4+ years as a Senior Python
  - end engineer;
• A strong
  - focused mindset and genuine interest in solving user and business problems, not just delivering code;
• A proactive nature, with a habit of asking questions and seeking to understand the bigger picture;
• Ability to think quickly, make strong engineering decisions, and adapt to changing requirements;
• Independence, ownership, and comfort working with minimal supervision;
• Must be based in Europe time zones (GMT+0 to GMT+5);
• Upper-Intermediate English level.

NICE TO HAVES

• Experience with Python web frameworks like Django or Fast
  API;
• Experience in an
  - stage startup environment;
• Experience with building with LLMs or building agentic AI systems;
• Front-end experience with frameworks like Vue. js or React;
• Leadership experience.

PERKS AND BENEFITS

• Professional growth: Accelerate your professional journey with mentorship, Tech
  Talks, and personalized growth roadmaps.
• Competitive compensation: We match your
  - growing skills, talent, and contributions with competitive USD-based compensation and budgets for education, fitness, and team activities.
• A selection of exciting projects: Join projects with modern solutions development and
  - tier clients that include Fortune 500 enterprises and leading product brands.
• Flextime: Tailor your schedule for an optimal
  - life balance, by having the options of working from home and going to the office – whatever makes you the happiest and most productive.

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Engine by 2x

Job location and status

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: IT Services and IT Consulting