Senior Python Developer USA

Foxley Talent are working with our client, whose product is an established SaaS platform serving investment organisations across the United States and Europe.

They are looking to hire a Senior Software Developer to play a key role in strengthening engineering quality, improving legacy systems, and helping shape a test first development culture across the business.

This is a hands on individual contributor role. You will write production code, refactor complex systems, and influence how engineering is done across the company. If you care about modular design, clean architecture, and robust testing practices, this role will suit you well.

The Role

• Design, build, and maintain backend services using Python and Django
• Lead the adoption of test driven development practices
• Refactor and modernise legacy systems to improve performance and maintainability
• Write comprehensive unit, integration, and end to end tests
• Create and maintain technical documentation across systems and APIs
• Participate in code reviews and help elevate engineering standards
• Mentor developers and promote a culture of ownership and quality
• Contribute to infrastructure and DevOps discussions where relevant

What We’re Looking For

• 7+ years of professional software development experience
• Strong Python experience with Django in production environments
• Deep understanding of testing methodologies and software quality
• Experience refactoring complex or legacy codebases
• Solid grasp of design patterns and clean architecture principles
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines
• Comfortable influencing engineering culture in a collaborative way

Nice to Have

• Experience with Django REST Framework
• Frontend exposure with modern JavaScript frameworks
• Infrastructure as code experience such as OpenTofu or Terraform
• Familiarity with containerisation technologies
• Experience contributing to open source

Why This Role

This role will suit a Senior Python/Django Developer who enjoys improving systems, raising engineering standards, and having a lasting impact beyond just feature delivery. You’ll join a collaborative, remote team that values thoughtful development practices and long term quality over short term shortcuts.

What’s On Offer

• $140,000 - $160,000 salary
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Professional development support
• Fully remote working within the United States (preference will be given to any candidates within commutable distance from Boston, MA)

How to Apply

For more information or to apply, please send your latest CV and a short summary of your experience to our hiring team for screening and shortlisting.

Applications are only open to candidates currently based in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available. Applications received from outside the US will not be reviewed and may affect eligibility for future roles.