Lead Software Engineer II – Backend

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain backend systems using Python in an AWS cloud-native environment
• Design and implement scalable RESTful APIs and services that support mobile and web applications
• Develop and support backend services used by the Best Egg Financial Health and Best Egg native app platforms
• Integrate with data pipelines and analytics services to power real-time financial tools
• Ensure systems are monitored, secure, and reliable using observability and logging best practices
• Collaborate cross-functionally with front-end developers, mobile engineers, DevOps, data scientists, and product managers
• Participate in code reviews, architecture discussions, and team ceremonies within Agile/Scrum processes
• Write clear technical documentation and contribute to design discussions and sprint planning

Minimum Requirements - Development

• We’re looking for a backend engineer with a strong Python background and a few years of experience building reliable, cloud-based systems. The right person is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving problems, and can clearly communicate ideas with both technical and non-technical teammates.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or equivalent work experience
• 3–5 years of backend development experience using Python
• Strong experience with cloud-native development in AWS (e.g., Lambda, API Gateway, S3, DynamoDB, RDS)
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (e.g., CloudFormation, Terraform)
• Experience building and consuming REST APIs
• Experience supporting mobile app backends is a strong plus
• Understanding of Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) workflows
• Familiarity with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (ECS or Kubernetes) is a plus
• Ability to write clean, maintainable, testable code
• Ability to create design docs, mockups, and lead whiteboard discussions
• Track record solving problems and delivering high-quality solutions

Minimum Requirements - Leadership

• The ideal candidate demonstrates strong technical leadership, takes ownership of their work, and thrives in cross-functional collaboration. We are seeking an individual who is organized, self-motivated, and committed to mentoring others.
• Demonstrated technical leadership, including coaching and mentoring team members
• Ability to take ownership of significant features or services from design through deployment
• Comfortable interacting with colleagues across engineering, product, design and test engineering
• High self-efficacy, well-organized, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Passionate about reducing manual and repetitive work when designing and building backend tools and infrastructure

Minimum Requirements - Culture

• The ideal candidate aligns with Best Egg’s core values and culture.  At Best Egg, we’re proud to support millions of people navigating their financial lives. We hold ourselves to high standards—in our work, our collaboration, and how we treat one another. Our team leads with accountability and a shared commitment to our values, customers, and communities.
• People-first mindset with a focus on inclusion, collaboration, and clear communication
• Driven to prioritize what matters and deliver results with urgency and excellence
• Team-oriented, and always listening to improve the customer experience
• Advocate and practitioner of Agile methodologies
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Values knowledge sharing and continuous improvement