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Beyond · 3 months ago

Senior Backend Engineer (Python / Django)

United States

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level

$175K/yr - $220K/yr

5+ years exp

Beyond Mission Capable Solutions (BMCS) LLC is a trusted partner in the cyber community, focusing on cybersecurity solutions for clients in the Department of Defense and other federal agencies. They are seeking a Senior Backend Engineer with strong Python expertise to design and implement large-scale zero-trust solutions, influencing architecture decisions and mentoring junior engineers.

Cloud SecurityConsultingCyber SecurityInformation Technology

No H1B

Responsibilities

Architect, build, and maintain robust backend systems using Python and Django

Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers to deliver features from concept to production

Write high-quality, maintainable, and scalable code that aligns with industry best practices

Lead code reviews, debug complex issues, and ensure the overall reliability and performance of the platform

Mentor junior engineers and lead larger initiatives as the team scales

Stay on top of emerging technologies and bring fresh thinking to the engineering culture

Work directly with customers and stakeholders to shape product decisions and drive value

Qualification

PythonDjangoGraphQLGCPKubernetesTerraformSoftware architectureScalabilityHigh energyReliabilityCommunicationOwnership mindset

Required

5+ years of hands-on backend development experience, including scaling complex systems in fast-growing B2B environments

Proven track record leading projects end-to-end and mentoring less experienced engineers

Bachelor's or advanced degree in Computer Science or a related STEM field (or equivalent practical experience)

Deep expertise in Python and Django — this is essential

Strong foundational understanding of software architecture, scalability, and reliability

High energy and ownership mindset — you move quickly and take initiative to solve problems

Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively across teams and with external stakeholders

Comfort working in a distributed, remote-first environment

Preferred

Extended exposure to security-focused products or environments is a plus

Experience with modern infrastructure tools such as GraphQL, GCP, Kubernetes, and Terraform is strongly preferred

Benefits

100% remote work within the U.S., with a slight preference for West Coast candidates who can occasionally meet in Palo Alto.

Medical (PPO, HMO, HDHP), dental, and vision coverage — fully paid for employees.

Life, AD&D, and disability insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter) and Health Savings Account.

Flexible Paid Time Off, ~11 paid holidays, 10 sick days, and generous parental leave (6 weeks parental, 14–16 weeks maternity).

Retirement options including Traditional and Roth 401(k).

Opportunity to join a well-funded Series B startup ($67M total raised) with IPO potential and a culture built on customer focus, continuous improvement, and high agency.