5+ years of professional software engineering experience Strong proficiency in Python and SQL with demonstrated ability to write production-quality code Solid understanding of software engineering fundamentals: Data structures and algorithms, System design and architectural patterns, Testing strategies, Code review practices and technical collaboration Experience with RESTful APIs and distributed systems concepts Experience with Containerization (Docker) and basic cloud infrastructure Track record of delivering high-quality software in a team environment Ability to thrive in a startup environment with changing priorities and rapid iteration