Software Development Engineer -1 (Backend)

IK helps candidates nail tech interviews through intense prep courses led by hiring managers from top companies like Google, Facebook, and Netflix.
Backend
Entry-Level Software Engineer
Remote
Education

Description For Software Development Engineer -1 (Backend)

Interview Kickstart (IK) is revolutionizing tech interview preparation by offering comprehensive training programs led by current and former hiring managers from top tech companies like Google, Facebook, and Netflix. As a Software Development Engineer -1 (Backend), you'll join a dynamic, fully remote team focused on building and maintaining the platform that helps candidates ace the toughest technical interviews.

The role offers an exciting opportunity for early-career developers to work with experienced professionals while gaining hands-on experience with modern technologies. You'll be responsible for developing and maintaining APIs, debugging systems, and potentially contributing to frontend development. The position requires Python and Django expertise, along with strong problem-solving abilities.

What makes this role particularly attractive is the combination of technical growth and supportive culture. You'll work in a flexible, remote environment that emphasizes learning and experimentation. The company offers rapid career progression for high performers and provides exposure to cutting-edge technology stack. You'll have direct access to top management, who actively listen to ideas and concerns, fostering an environment of innovation and growth.

Working at IK means joining a mission-driven company with over 600 instructors from leading Silicon Valley companies. The platform provides comprehensive interview preparation through live classes, mock interviews, personalized coaching, and career strategy development. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start their career in a fast-growing startup while contributing to helping others achieve their career goals.

Last updated 13 days ago

Responsibilities For Software Development Engineer -1 (Backend)

  • Closely working with experienced developers on feature development and bug fixing
  • Designing and developing new APIs
  • Optimizing and fixing bugs in existing APIs
  • Writing tests for APIs
  • Resolving on-call bugs
  • Contributing to front-end development in NextJS and jQuery (if experienced)

Requirements For Software Development Engineer -1 (Backend)

Python
MySQL
  • 0-2 years of experience in Python and Django/Django REST framework (DRF)
  • Good understanding of MySQL, Git, and GitHub/GitLab
  • Good debugging and online searching skills
  • Good communication skills
  • Good problem-solving skills (Ability to solve easy data structures and algorithms problems)

Benefits For Software Development Engineer -1 (Backend)

  • Permanent remote/WFH and flexible work culture
  • Cutting-edge technology stack
  • Complete ownership and trust from top management
  • Ideas and concerns are carefully listened to by top management
  • Rapid career progression for high performers
  • Opportunity to learn how a fast-growing startup works and scales

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