[Remote] Sr Software Engineer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Prometric is a leading provider of technology-enabled testing and assessment solutions. As a Backend Engineer, you will build the foundation and core functionality for B2B customers using our SaaS platform, focusing on robust services for AI-powered systems.ResponsibilitiesDesign and implement back-end REST services using Python, Django and other relevant technologiesMake decisions on database schemas, communication protocols, and other transactional logicDeliver high-quality code following best practices & coding standards, including clean code, unit tests, and CI-CDCollaborate with stakeholders & frontend engineers on the requirements, functionality and traits of servicesTake ownership and lead projects to deliver new features and functionalityCreate Proofs-of-Concept and perform R&D to explore and discover novel solutionsDesign cloud solutions composed of both infrastructure and servicesCollaborate with Tech Lead & ML Engineers to integrate AI technologies to solve business problemsWork in an agile environment, employing an experimental approach to adapt to the evolving needs of a growing startupProvide troubleshooting and bug-fixing support to ensure the smooth operation of our software solutionsSkillsAt least 10 years experience in a Software Engineer role or similar position, with a strong emphasis on full-stack web developmentDeep experience in Python software engineering, able to meet modern best practices and mentor other engineersAt least 5 years experience with one or more Python services frameworks such as Django, Flask or FastAPIDemonstrated experience building line-of-business applications or customer facing products, preferably with experience developing B2B SaaS applicationsSystem design and solution engineering experience, able to wield both infrastructure and application logic to solve business problemsKnowledge of modern cloud deployments on AWS utilizing resources such as S3, ECS/EKS, RDS and lambdas to compose solutionsFamiliarity with basic with DevOps practices (Github Actions, Infrastructure-as-code, etc)Excellent troubleshooting skills, with the ability to identify, triage and address errors, bugs, and technical limitationsEffective communication skills, both written and verbalA track record of learning new techniques & technology, staying up-to-date with industry trends, and learning new tools and growing your skillsExperience integrating AI technologies into applications is desirable but optionalCompany OverviewPrometric provides technology-enabled testing and assessment solutions for organizations, academic institutions, and government agencies. It was founded in 1994, and is headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.prometric.com.Company H1B SponsorshipPrometric has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2025, 4 in 2024, 2 in 2023, 1 in 2022, 3 in 2021, 4 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.