Backend Engineer - Risk & Trading

Sleeper, a rapidly growing sports fan platform backed by top Silicon Valley investors including Andreessen Horowitz and General Catalyst, is seeking a Backend Engineer specializing in Risk & Trading. This role focuses on developing Python services that integrate with Elixir infrastructure, working on critical systems for risk management and trading operations. The position offers a unique opportunity to work with distributed systems, real-time processing, and financial technology in the sports gaming sector.

The role demands expertise in Python backend development with 4+ years of experience, emphasizing distributed systems design and operation. You'll be responsible for building scalable infrastructure for pricing engines, market creation, and settlement while ensuring high availability and quick incident response. The position requires strong skills in working with technologies like Kafka, Redis, and GCP, along with the ability to handle high-stakes environments.

This is an excellent opportunity for engineers who thrive in fast-paced environments and want to make a significant impact. Sleeper maintains a deliberately small team size to ensure individual contributors can make meaningful contributions. The company offers competitive compensation including equity, comprehensive benefits, and flexible remote work options. The role provides a perfect blend of technical challenges, business impact, and professional growth opportunities in a company that's revolutionizing how sports fans connect and engage.