Backend Developer 💻🌐 | US Legal AI Tech Startup 🚀🇺🇸

Company Overview:

We're working with a growing US legal tech startup. Their AI-driven tools help thousands of users simplify complex legal workflows and reduce stress.

Your Role:

As a Backend Engineer, you'll build new features and MVPs, working closely with a team focused on practical solutions and fast-paced delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop backend services and APIs, primarily using Python
• Quickly prototype, develop, and release MVPs and new product features.
• Collaborate closely with engineers, product managers, and designers.
• Help optimize data storage and real-time data processing systems.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and quality improvements.
• Work closely with senior team members to solve challenging problems.

You Bring:

• 3–5 years of backend development experience.
• Experience developing APIs (RESTful, GraphQL, or gRPC).
• Comfortable with relational databases (like PostgreSQL or MySQL) and some experience with NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Redis).
• Basic knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure).
• A proactive, flexible, startup mindset—comfortable with rapid changes.
• Good problem-solving skills and clear communication in English.

Bonus Points:

• Experience working in software services companies or software factories, delivering MVPs or multiple projects rapidly.
• Familiarity with microservices, Docker, Kubernetes, or CI/CD pipelines.
• Interest or experience in legal tech or similar fields.

What’s Offered:

• Remote First: Work from Mexico City, Cancún, or nearby areas with flexible hours. You’ll occasionally visit the office (about once or twice per month) for feature launches and team syncs.
• Competitive Pay: $3,500–$5,500 USD/month (contractor), depending on experience.
• Professional Growth: Access to mentorship, training, and meaningful projects.
• Quality Equipment: Everything you need to perform at your best.
• Collaborative Team: Friendly, practical colleagues who genuinely support each other.

Interview Process:

• Introductory Chat: A 30-minute call to discuss the role and your background.
• Technical Assessment: A hands-on coding challenge focused on Python.
• High level Design Interview
• Team Fit Interview: Meet with team members to assess your collaboration style and alignment with the company’s values.
• Final Interview: A discussion with senior leadership and offer presentation.

We're hiring fast—apply today if you're eager to help build meaningful products in legal tech!