Description:

Employment Hero is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer (Python) to join their team in Vietnam.
The company aims to make employment easier and more valuable for everyone, having achieved significant growth and unicorn status since its inception in 2014.
The role involves building and deploying innovative features that enhance customer experiences, including AI hiring tools and automated payroll solutions.
Responsibilities include architecting, developing, and maintaining scalable backend systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams, optimizing existing infrastructure, and ensuring high-quality data availability.
The engineer will implement monitoring and alerting solutions, stay updated on industry trends, and mentor junior engineers.

Requirements:

Candidates must have strong expertise in Python and its frameworks (e.g., Django, Flask) with a focus on scalable and maintainable code.
A good understanding of database concepts and experience with relational databases like PostgreSQL or MySQL is required.
Experience in developing software using microservices or SOA architecture for deployment on public clouds, preferably AWS, is necessary.
Familiarity with containerization and orchestration technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) is essential.
Excellent problem-solving skills and a strong understanding of software design patterns are required.
Quality coding practices, including test-driven development and secure coding awareness, are expected.
Experience using Agile methodologies and working with Product teams is necessary.
Candidates should have experience in mentoring teammates or leading a squad.
Proficiency in English, both written and verbal, is required for collaboration with global teams.

Employment Hero offers a remote-first work environment with flexibility and responsibility.
Employees enjoy a generous budget for home office setup and access to cutting-edge tools and technology.
The position includes 20 days of annual leave plus Vietnamese public holidays.
A professional development budget of $500 USD and an additional $500 USD for English learning courses are provided.
Premium healthcare insurance is available for employees and their loved ones, along with full gross salary paid social insurance.
The company funds a sports club and hosts monthly team bonding events with a lunch budget for in-office days.
Employees are recognized through reward and recognition programs and can participate in an Employee Share Option Program.
An annual global gathering is organized, with past events held in locations like Thailand, Vietnam, and Bali, with plans for Dubai in 2025.