Lead Python Engineer

This role requires candidates who are currently authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship, and C2C arrangements are not accepted. This role is remote in Los Angeles or on-site in San Diego. 

Overview
The Lead Python Engineer plays a key role in elevating engineering standards, modernizing architecture, and guiding a collaborative development team. This role focuses on driving best practices, shaping technical strategy, and delivering scalable, high-quality software solutions.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the transition from a monolithic application to a modern microservices architecture.

• Partner closely with Product, AI, and cross-functional teams to develop detailed technical design documents.

• Break down large technical initiatives into clear engineering tasks and delegate across a growing team.

• Oversee end-to-end software development lifecycle—from requirements and design through testing, deployment, and production support.

• Implement and improve CI/CD pipelines, DevOps workflows, and cloud-native development practices.

• Mentor and support a small engineering team (expected to grow to 3–4 direct reports).

• Contribute to forward-looking architectural planning and long-term platform scalability efforts.

• Promote engineering excellence, collaboration, and a culture of continuous improvement.

Required Skills

• Strong expertise in Python and Django.

• Experience building web applications in a cloud environment (AWS preferred).

• Hands-on experience improving CI/CD pipelines and DevOps processes.

• Ability to write clear technical documentation and contribute to architectural design.

• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

• Experience working in fast-paced, product-focused engineering environments.

Nice to Have

• Background in education technology or healthcare technology.

• Experience guiding teams through architectural transitions or cloud modernization projects.

Work Environment

• Collaborative, engineering-focused culture with emphasis on scalability, modernization, and process maturity.

• Opportunity to influence engineering direction and help shape the long-term technical vision.