Full Stack Backend Engineer

About Keyo

We are building a company that reflects the world in which we want to live. One where we can enjoy the convenience of biometrics without compromising our privacy or personal freedom. To make this a reality, our technology allows businesses of all kinds to adopt biometric authentication quickly and easily. With Keyo, people are clocking into work, paying for a coffee, and unlocking doors with a wave of their hand. Our team is remote first, by design. Our talented employees work from all over the world because we want Keyo to reflect the people who use it: global citizens who bring their diverse perspectives to solve unique problems.

We are at an exciting juncture and looking for new voices and ideas to continue building our vision for the company. Keyo believes that the things that make us unique are our greatest strengths. We have an inclusive, global, remote-first workplace that comprises people from all different lifestyles, backgrounds, abilities, and nationalities.

Please note: Keyo is undergoing SOC2 compliance, performs background checks, and provides security training to team members.

The Backend engineer will be responsible for developing and maintaining  scalable and secure  server-side services in the Cloud and other service environments (on-premise devices).

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop RESTful APIs and microservices for backend systems.
• Design and implement functional and stable server-side applications to meet needs;
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code for various backend functions.
• Collaborate with the client-side developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
• Optimize applications for speed and scalability.
• Implement security and data protection solutions
• Ensure code is optimized for performance and scalability.
• Design fault-tolerant and high-availability systems.
• Stay updated with industry trends and best practices.

Qualifications:

Skills Needed:

• Strong expertise in Python and Django or any other frameworks.
• Deep understanding of PostgreSQL and database optimization techniques.
• Proficiency in Docker for containerization.
• In-depth knowledge of RESTful API design and development.
• Familiarity with implementing scalable system architectures.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP)
• Knowledge of GraphQL for API development
• Hands-on experience with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana)
• Background in CI/CD pipeline development and automation
• NoSQL databases
• Testing code techniques and knowledge

Soft skills:

• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with teams and stakeholders
• Time management skills to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

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Confidence Gap

We know the confidence gap and imposter syndrome can prevent us from meeting spectacular candidates, so please don’t hesitate to apply—we’d love to hear from you.

Disqualification Statement

As a privacy-focused company, we hold privacy in the highest regard. All communications related to your candidacy will happen directly through our hiring team. Anyone who attempts to reach out to our team members through personal channels (such as social medial, personal email, or phone) will be automatically disqualified. Thank you for understanding.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be a global team united by diverse perspectives, cultures, and experiences. Our commitment to inclusion and respect extends across every border, embracing the unique contributions that individuals bring from all walks of life and every corner of the world. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome everyone, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic that makes you uniquely you. Your story matters, and we value the richness it adds to our shared journey We strive to create an environment where every team member—no matter where they are in the world—feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed. From hiring to development, promotions, and beyond, we are dedicated to ensuring equity and fairness for all.

Together, we are building a global community where collaboration and respect drive innovation and belonging. 

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