Position: Senior Django Backend Software Engineer
Location: Amman
Type: Full-time
Who We Are
Fast Journey is a local Jordanian startup specializing in food delivery. We strive to provide fast and reliable service through a smart app and a professional operations team. Our focus is on continuously improving customer experience and optimizing our operations. starting in Jordan, and expanding to Saudi Arabia, the Middle East, and North Africa.
About the Role
We’re looking for a Senior Backend Software Engineer with strong expertise in Python, Django, and Django REST Framework to help us build and scale our backend systems. You’ll design robust APIs, optimize performance, and ensure reliability as our platform continues to grow.
You’re the kind of engineer who’s pragmatic, favors speed of iteration over perfection, and leverages existing frameworks and libraries instead of reinventing the wheel. You take initiative, have a strong sense of ownership, and are comfortable making technical and product decisions that drive impact.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain backend systems using Python/Django/DRF.
- Build and optimize RESTful APIs for web and mobile applications.
- Continuously improve and optimize existing endpoints, reducing latency and improving scalability.
- Ensure backend systems are secure, performant, and resilient.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality features quickly.
- Conduct code reviews and mentor team members.
Requirements
- 5+ years of backend development experience with Python and Django (DRF).
- Solid experience with RESTful API design, database performance (PostgreSQL, MSSQL, or NoSQL), and scalable architectures.
- Proficient with Git, Docker, and CI/CD pipelines.
- Familiar with cloud platforms (AWS preferred).
- Strong understanding of authentication, caching, and security best practices.
- Strong communication skills and fluency in English.
Nice to Have
- Experience with Celery and Github Actions.
- Exposure to monitoring tools (e.g. Sentry).
- Experience scaling cloud infrastructures with Kubernetes.
Why Join Us
· Engage in designing and building high-performance, scalable backend systems that drive our core products.
· Work in a flexible environment that values result and supports a healthy work-life balance.
· Access continuous learning opportunities, including advanced technical training and professional certifications.
· Collaborate closely with talented Development, Security, and Operations teams to deliver secure and reliable software.
· Explore and implement modern backend technologies, microservices architectures, and cloud-native solutions.
· Shape technical decisions and contribute to system architecture with real impact and ownership.
· Benefit from a clear career progression path and strong support for your professional growth.
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How to Apply
If you’re ready to be part of Jordan’s next big food delivery success story, apply now or Send your CV to HR@Fastjourneyco.com with the subject line: Senior Django Backend Software Engineer – Your Name.
