Mid-Level Software Engineer Backend

Location: San José, Costa Rica

Department: Technology & Data Sciences

About Us:

We are a data-driven solutions company building the KYU Intelligence Platform (KIP), delivering actionable insights to drive strategic decisions. Our technology stack spans modern Python backends, React/TypeScript frontends, and REST APIs with GraphQL capabilities. We empower our engineers with AI-assisted development tools like Claude Code, fostering a culture where human expertise and AI augmentation work together to build exceptional software.

Role Overview:

We're seeking a Software Engineer 2 with backend focus and an AI-philic mindset to join our growing team. You'll implement backend services and APIs while working alongside senior engineers who will help guide your technical growth. The ideal candidate has solid Python fundamentals, understands relational databases, and is eager to deepen their expertise in backend systems. You embrace AI-assisted development as a learning accelerator while building the foundational skills needed to work effectively with and without AI tools.

Responsibilities:

• Implement REST API endpoints and backend services following established patterns
• Write efficient, clear, and safe code that follows team best practices
• Work with ORMs to build and maintain data models
• Use AI assistants effectively while developing strong foundational skills that enable you to evaluate and improve AI-generated solutions
• Write comprehensive tests for your code and fix bugs in existing systems
• Participate in code reviews, both giving and receiving constructive feedback
• Collaborate with senior engineers to understand system architecture and design decisions
• Ask clarifying questions and request assistance when tackling complex problems
• Provide reasonable estimates for development tasks
• Contribute to frontend development when project priorities require

Required Skills & Experience:

• 2+ years of professional backend development experience
• Solid proficiency in Python 3 with modern practices and type hints
• Experience with micro-web-frameworks such as FastAPI, Flask, or similar
• Working knowledge of ORM technologies (SQLAlchemy or similar)
• Familiarity with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and basic SQL
• Understanding of RESTful API design principles
• Openness to AI-assisted development and learning to use tools like Claude Code
• Proficiency with Git and collaborative development workflows
• Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn
• Clear communication and ability to ask productive questions

Preferred Qualifications:

• Computer Science degree or equivalent practical experience
• Familiarity with TypeScript/JavaScript
• Experience writing unit and integration tests
• Exposure to containerization technologies (Docker)
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
• Understanding of authentication and authorization concepts
• Familiarity with async programming patterns
• Experience with API documentation tools (OpenAPI/Swagger)

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
• Access to cutting-edge AI development tools
• Mentorship from senior engineers and clear growth path to Senior Engineer
• Flexible work arrangements
• Professional development opportunities
• Collaborative and supportive team culture
• Opportunity to work on impactful, data-driven products

**All applications must include a Resume & Cover Letter in English to be considered. 

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