Python Backend Engineer (m/f/x)
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Position Overview & Specifications
Job Title: (Senior) Python Engineer (m/f/x)
Location: EU
(Remote)
Who Youโll Work For:
At Makersite, we're pioneering the future of sustainable product development and digital collaboration. As a leading platform for product lifecycle management (PLM), we empower companies to make smarter, more sustainable decisions across their entire supply chain. Our cutting-edge software enables teams to design, prototype, and manufacture with transparency, efficiency, and responsibilityโreducing environmental impact while optimizing performance.
We're a fast-growing, innovative company that thrives on creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning. If you're passionate about technology, sustainability, and creating meaningful impact, weโd love to hear from you. Join us and be a part of shaping the future of manufacturing and product innovation.
Who we're looking for:
As part of our growing team, you will play a key role in shaping the future of sustainable product development. Weโre looking for innovative, driven Python Backend Engineers who are passionate about technology and sustainability to join us in building tools that enable companies to make smarter, more responsible decisions. In this role, youโll have the opportunity to collaborate with talented professionals, contribute to cutting-edge projects, and help drive the digital transformation of industries worldwide. If you're ready to make an impact and contribute to meaningful change, we want to hear from you!
This role is a fixed, permanent position. All successful applicants will receive a permanent employment contract regardless of location. Successful applicants are required to be based in Berlin, Munich, Stuttgart, London, or Porto.
The role:
Help create functional requirements together with our customers.
Collaborate with UX designers to develop and implement requirements.
Build efficient data-powered REST APIs in Python
Build end-to-end data pipelines and AI models needed for your APIs.
Collaborate with front-end engineers to integrate with your APIs.
Contribute to testing and bug fixes.
3 - 5 years of experience as a Python backend developer, ideally, 2+ years in a B2B environment
Comfortable speaking with customers clearly to understand requirements.
Experience with Python frameworks (e.g., Flask, Bottle), Amazon Web Services (AWS) and REST
Solid understanding of databases and SQL, preferably graph databases.
Experience building data pipelines with complex data.
Experience with large, enterprise-grade applications
Located in Germany or Europe
A degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering
What We Offer:
Competitive Salary โ We reward your skills and experience with a compensation package that reflects your value.
30 Days Paid Time Off โ Take the time you need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Remote-First Flexibility โ Work from anywhere in the EU, with the option to collaborate in person at our offices in Stuttgart, Berlin (role dependent).
Generous Learning & Development Budget โ We invest in your growth, providing ample resources for personal and professional development.
Choose Your Ideal Work Equipment โ Whether you prefer Apple or Microsoft, weโll equip you with the tools you need to excel.
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The Experience:
Purpose-Driven Work โ Build something meaningful. Here, youโre not just creating another app; youโre contributing to a transformative vision that you can be proud of.
Great Colleagues โ Join a team thatโs open, transparent, and international. We value inclusivity and foster a culture of collaboration and mutual respect.
Work-Life Balance โ As a remote-first company, we trust you to do your best work, your way. You have the flexibility to work when it suits you, ensuring a healthy balance between personal and professional life.
Pride in Impact โ We're already making a significant difference with global, well-known customers who share our vision. Be part of something that matters.
Stability with Ambition โ With realistic growth plans, weโre committed to changing the way things are madeโwithout sacrificing our ambitious goals for innovation and impact.
If you want to find out more about what itโs like to work at Makersite, check out our Careers Page here
Diversity and Inclusion
If you have a medical condition or an individual need for an adjustment to our process, and you believe this may affect your ability to be at your best โ please let us know so we can talk about how we can best support you and make any adjustments that may be needed.
At Makersite, we are dedicated to fostering an environment that champions diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We believe that diverse teams drive innovation and success, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and will consider all applications regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy or maternity, race, nationality, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable law. Rest assured, all applications will be handled with the utmost confidentiality.
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Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United States Work Authorization & Sponsorship Guide
Under United States immigration law (INA ยง 101(a)(15)(H)), foreign nationals seeking full-time professional positions typically navigate either non-immigrant specialty occupation classifications or immigrant visa sponsorship:
Requires a relevant Bachelor's degree or higher. Employers must file an approved Labor Condition Application (LCA) with the US Department of Labor confirming the prevailing wage rate.
Canadian and Mexican citizens qualify under USMCA (TN status). F-1 STEM graduates benefit from 36-month aggregate work authorization through E-Verify enrolled employers.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Technology
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Python Backend Engineer (m/f/x) roles across Makersite GmbH's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Technology.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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