Lead Backend Dev (Python, ReactJS, English) ~ USD 3.5k

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• The steepest learning curve of your career
• Collaborate closely with senior, seasoned experts
• Highly competitive salary, bonuses, 13-month pay

Mô tả công việc

Do you want to experience personal growth like never before?
Do you thrive in a high-performance environment where your work directly impacts millions of users?
Are you obsessed with building complex software architectures and take pride in your work?

At Sherlock Labs, all we care about is impact. We keep our team exclusive to exceptional doers who push each other and our product. If you are hungry to grow, this is your shot.

This is not a normal job offering; this is an opportunity to push your boundaries and maximize your skills while tackling the most challenging tasks in our industry. We offer a transformative career experience with an exceptional international team that brings out the best in you.

If you are adaptable, thrive in building complex database architectures, and have a high attention to detail, we want to get to know you.

Role

As a lead backend developer, you will own the development and refinement of the most complex software components of our product. You will impact the software architecture and ensure its continuous improvement. You will bring in your expertise to propose solutions for constraints blocking product development. It is your job to be the thought leader on the most complex software challenges and effectively communicate with the team to ensure fast implementations. You will be part of a tight communication flow between our founder and tech lead, where your expertise and problem-solving skills are required. Together with our tech lead, you also take part in code reviews and implement quality assurance processes for the entire organization.

Responsibilities

● Architect, build, and maintain scalable backend services and public APIs.
● Design, optimize, and document database schemas supporting millions of records.
● Implement features and performance improvements in Python/Django.
● Develop and integrate front-end interfaces with React components.
● Lead code reviews, mentor peers, and introduce best-in-class development tools.
● Monitor system health, proactively tackle technical debt, and ensure high availability.
● Participate in sprint planning, estimations, and cross-team brainstorms.

Yêu cầu công việc

Requirements

● Exceptional English communication skills, both written and spoken.
● 3+ years of professional experience (or equivalent) in backend and/or full-stack roles.
● A proven track record in designing and optimizing complex database schemas for relational systems.
● Expert fluency in Python and Django, to the point where you “think in queries and migrations.”
● Solid experience with React - You know when and how to leverage components for peak performance.
● High attention to detail, punctuality, and reliability in remote and international settings.
● A proactive mindset: you generate ideas, teach teammates, and champion new tools or best practices.
● The ability to self-organize complex projects, yet actively collaborate and share ownership in a cross-functional team.

Who this role is NOT for

● Those who need hand-holding and constant direction.
● Anyone who needs to be followed up with to ensure a task is complete.
● Those who prioritize “done” over “done right” - Excellence isn’t optional here.
● People who strongly separate working from the rest of their life - We are enthusiastic builders who live for what we do.

Tại sao bạn sẽ yêu thích làm việc tại đây

● Unparalleled Growth:
Experience the steepest learning curve of your career by solving high-impact challenges and owning critical backend architecture from Day 1.

● World-Class Teamwork:
Collaborate closely with an international team of senior, seasoned technologists in a fast-paced, cutting-edge SaaS startup.

● Rewarding Compensation:
Enjoy a highly competitive salary you set within our transparent range, plus performance bonuses, a 13th-month payout, and generous L&D sponsorship.

Location, Schedule

● Remote
● Flexible schedule (5-day work week; core hours as needed)

Compensation

● USD 1,500–3,500/month - You Decide Your Salary!

Because this role is all about the impact you deliver, we invite you to name a figure within this range that reflects the value and expertise you’ll bring. Our goal is to find the right talent and align on value upfront through a respectful, transparent process - no tactics, no games.
● Performance-based bonus on top

Benefits

● Performance-based 13th month salary
● Full salary payment during probation period
● Fully remote, flexible working hours
● Sponsorship of learning & development programs
● A possibility to attend industry events in Europe, US, and Japan

About us

At Sherlock Labs, we’re building a machine-learning platform that helps specialty car professionals unlock hidden revenue. In the last six months, our early tests have delivered up to 40% return uplifts for pilot partners. Our internationally experienced team brings over 30 years of combined expertise in scaling businesses and software, positioning us for further rapid growth in this market.

Ready to apply?

Send your résumé and a brief cover letter to hr@sherlock-international.com with the subject line: “Lead Developer Application - [Your Name]”

In your cover letter, please include: 

• A concrete example of a database- or API-performance design/optimization you led (metrics achieved, challenges overcome). 
• Your go-to Python/Django or React trick, tool, or pattern—and why it matters. 
• The value you’ll bring to our team and the monthly salary within our USD 1,500–3,500 range that reflects that value.