Lead Backend Engineer (Python/Django)

Stream is seeking a skilled Python/Django developer to join their team as a Lead Backend Engineer. This role is based in the Netherlands with a hybrid work model (3 days/week in-office). The position involves designing, developing, and maintaining web applications using Python and Django framework. Key systems include a moderation dashboard, Chat and Feeds admin panel, internal tools, and integration of external services.

Responsibilities include:

• Taking ownership and leading efforts for (re)building and maintaining the Django backend
• Collaborating with the development team to design and implement new features
• Writing clean, efficient, and well-documented code
• Troubleshooting and debugging issues
• Staying up-to-date with Python and Django communities
• Monitoring production environments for performance

The ideal candidate should have:

• 5+ years of experience as a backend software developer
• Strong experience with Python and Django
• Experience in formally or informally leading an engineering team
• Proven experience with architecting/designing and refactoring software systems
• Strong understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) concepts
• Experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL)
• Experience with Git and version control
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
• Good communication skills

Stream offers a range of benefits, including:

• Opportunity to work on OSS projects
• 28 days paid time off plus Dutch holidays
• Company equity
• Pension scheme
• Remote work flexibility
• Learning and Development budget
• Fitness stipend
• Monthly in-office chair massages
• MacBook Pro
• Healthy team lunches and snacks
• Relocation package
• Parental leave paid at 100%

Stream is a rapidly growing startup that has raised over $58.25M to build the best Chat Messaging & Activity Feed infrastructure. They offer unique personal and professional growth opportunities, cutting-edge technology challenges, and a diverse team of over 130 peers from 35+ countries.