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Remote DeleteMe - Sr Backend Engineer (Python)

at Silver.dev

Posted 1 day ago 2 applied

Description:

  • DeleteMe is a leader in proactive privacy protection, helping security teams reduce their human attack surface by continuously monitoring and removing exposed personal data (PII) from the open web.
  • The company operates as a remote-first, global SaaS entity, serving both consumers and enterprises.
  • DeleteMe has completed over 100 million opt-out removals, assisting customers in mitigating risks associated with identity theft, spam, doxxing, and other cybersecurity threats.
  • The company provides detailed privacy reports, continuous monitoring, and expert support to ensure ongoing protection.
  • DeleteMe acts as a scalable, managed defense layer for individuals, with 30% of the Fortune 100 and various top tech firms, major banks, federal agencies, and U.S. states relying on its services.
  • The role involves working closely with the VP of Engineering to build an advanced platform for monitoring and removing personal data online, focusing on a core monitoring and enforcement service that issues hundreds of millions of requests each month.
  • The position is ideal for engineers with deep experience in backend systems, web development, and distributed systems, who thrive in high-impact environments.

Requirements:

  • Candidates must have 5+ years of experience as a Python developer.
  • A minimum of 3+ years of experience with Django is required.
  • Candidates should have at least 3+ years of experience with Celery or other distributed task queue managers.
  • Excellent collaboration and communication skills are necessary to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • A passion for contributing to a collaborative culture that values innovation, continuous improvement, and personal accountability is essential.
  • Candidates must possess excellent knowledge of OOP and functional programming.
  • Strong Python development experience with web development and distributed systems is required.
  • Experience with browser automation, web scraping, proxies, and data extraction techniques is necessary.
  • Expertise in scalable architectures and high-reliability systems is required.
  • Candidates should have the ability to apply white hat and black hat methodologies in a responsible and ethical manner.
  • A proactive mindset and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are essential.
  • This role may require occasional domestic and international travel, with all standard travel expenses covered in accordance with the company's travel reimbursement policy.

Benefits:

  • DeleteMe offers a remote-first work environment, allowing flexibility in work location.
  • The company provides opportunities to work on high-impact projects that contribute to privacy protection.
  • Employees are part of a passionate and experienced team driven by a mission to empower consumers with privacy.
  • The role includes the potential for professional growth and development in a collaborative culture.
  • All standard travel expenses for required travel will be covered in accordance with the company's travel reimbursement policy.