Senior Python Software Engineer (gn) / part-time or full-time

What makes your position unique:Platform Architecture & Backend Ownership: Significant ownership of backend structure, system design, performance, and overall platform healthInfrastructure & Server Management: Handling server setups, deployment pipelines, hosting stability, and site reliability Security & Data Governance: Applying a security-minded approach to data protection, access controls, and system vulnerability safeguardsTechnical Mentorship & Code Quality: Conducting constructive code reviews, actively sharing knowledge, and supporting peers in their professional growthProduct-Minded Engineering: Operating beyond code syntax, understanding direct product impact, and evaluating technical trade-offs with a focus on business outcomesOur softwarestackOur entire stack, both Python and JavaScript, is kept up to date on a daily basis. Django is our go-to backend framework and Lit our go-to frontend framework. We use GitHub Actions, Heroku for continuous deployment and GitHub for everything code because it's awesome!Your standout qualities include:Seniority & Python Mastery: Several years of professional Python experience, feeling comfortable working independently on complex backend systems. Web Frameworks: Strong experience with server-side web frameworks, Django experience is preferred but not required.Databases & Analytics: Solid database design and management capabilities. Experience with analytics/data tools (e.g., Metabase) is a plus. DevOps, SRE & Debugging: Practical experience with server configuration, deployment environments, site reliability, strong debugging, and performance-tuning skillsMindset & Team Fit: Pragmatic, team-centered, and humble approach with an inclusive and constructive communication style, genuine enthusiasm for an active, in-person team culture (and ideally a soft spot for good coffee!). Fluent English speaking skills for international team collaboration. German is a plus.We particularly welcome applica