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Seasonal Python Django Backend Developer Jobs in Santa Monica, CA

Proficiency in at least one modern programming language (Python, Go, Rust, C++, etc.). * Solid understanding of distributed systems, API design, and backend architecture. * Experience working in ...

Staff Backend Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$200K - $230K/yr

About the Role Join our fast-growing startup as a Staff Backend Engineer and help scale the ... TypeScript, Node.js, Python * Database: Postgres * Cloud & Infrastructure: AWS (S3, SQS, etc.) and ...

Staff Backend Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1

$200K - $230K/yr

About the Role Join our fast-growing startup as a Staff Backend Engineer and help scale the ... TypeScript, Node.js, Python * Database: Postgres * Cloud & Infrastructure: AWS (S3, SQS, etc.) and ...

We are looking for an awesome backend engineer to join our team! This person will extend our ... devops team happy to deploy your code Using Python to build web services. You don't have to know ...

About the Role Join our fast-growing startup as a Staff Backend Engineer and help scale the ... TypeScript, Node.js, Python * Database: Postgres * Cloud & Infrastructure: AWS (S3, SQS, etc.) and ...

This person will extend our back-end system architecture and develop services that will scale to ... devops team happy to deploy your code Using Python to build web services. You don't have to know ...

... Python, Go, Rust, C++, etc.). • Solid understanding of distributed systems, API design, and ... DevOps practices and tools (Docker, Kubernetes). • Experience designing and scaling APIs and ...

Python Lead

Thousand Oaks, CA · On-site

$147K - $180K/yr

Strong understanding of Python programming concepts and best practices. Experience working with ... Experience with web frameworks like Flask or Django (preferred).Knowledge of RESTful API design ...

Backend Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$80K - $210K/yr

Python, Node.js, Typescript or Java * Solid understanding of API design and implementation (REST ... Contributions to open-source software or active engagement with the developer community. Mission ...

Familiarity with at least one backend programming language (e.g., JavaScript/Node.js, Python, or similar). * Basic knowledge of databases such as MySQL or PostgreSQL. * Understanding of version ...

Familiarity with at least one backend programming language (e.g., JavaScript/Node.js, Python, or similar). * Basic knowledge of databases such as MySQL or PostgreSQL. * Understanding of version ...

Familiarity with at least one backend programming language (e.g., JavaScript/Node.js, Python, or similar). * Basic knowledge of databases such as MySQL or PostgreSQL. * Understanding of version ...

... back-end (Django, Python, Database and general server software). Work with Program Managers to ... software engineering practices. Job Requirements 4+ years of proven track record working in web ...

Proficiency in at least one modern programming language (Python, Go, Rust, C++, etc.). * Solid understanding of distributed systems, API design, and backend architecture. * Experience working in ...

The scope will include front-end (CSS/Javascript and AJAX/XHTML) and light back-end (Django, Python ... engineering practices. Job Requirements * 4+ years of proven track record working in web ...

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Senior Software Engineer, Backend

Vast

Long Beach, CA • On-site

$159K - $226K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 17 days ago


Job description

Vast is looking for a Senior Software Engineer, Backend reporting to the Senior Manager, Software Engineering to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations.

This will be a full-timeexempt position located in our Long Beach location. 

Responsibilities: 

  • Design, build, and maintain scalable backend services, tools, and pipelines supporting mission-critical security systems.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to design and implement secure, high-performance services and APIs.
  • Develop and maintain backend infrastructure for authentication, authorization, and secure data handling.
  • Establish and promote best practices for backend architecture, security, and code quality at scale.
  • Build systems that are reliable, observable, and capable of supporting a rapidly growing codebase and engineering team.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
  • 6+ years of backend software engineering experience, with exposure to security-focused systems (e.g., IAM, API security, certificate management).
  • Strong experience building and operating backend services in cloud environments.
  • Proficiency in at least one modern programming language (Python, Go, Rust, C++, etc.).
  • Solid understanding of distributed systems, API design, and backend architecture.
  • Experience working in Linux environments, including command line and scripting.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

  • Experience solving ambiguous, complex backend problems in fast-paced environments.
  • Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools (Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Experience designing and scaling APIs and microservices.
  • Background in one or more security domains (e.g., cryptography, network security, infrastructure security).
  • Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams.
  • Ownership mindset with a bias toward action and continuous improvement.

Additional Requirements:

  • Ability to travel up to 10% of the time.
  • Willingness to work overtime, or weekends to support critical mission milestones.
  • Ability to lift up to 25lbs unassisted.
  • Specific certifications, as appropriate.

Pay Range: 

  • Senior Software Engineer, Backend: $159,000 - $226,000
  • Staff Software Engineer, Backend: $188,600 - $267,000