Python Back End Engineer

Why does MWDN rock?

MWDN connects exceptional tech talent with leading companies across Israel, the USA, Great Britain, and Western Europe. We aim to ensure our employees enjoy a rewarding and secure experience while collaborating with prestigious international clients.

Here’s what you can expect when you get employed by MWDN:

• Security first. We vet our clients to eliminate risks, ensuring reliability and timely payments for your hard work—no fraud or unforeseen events here!
• Career support. If a match isn't right, we're here for you. We actively assist our employees in finding new opportunities that fit their skills and aspirations.
• Legal assistance. We provide guidance on legal matters (e.g., opening and administering your private entrepreneur account, taxes, army enrollment, etc.).
• Professional development. We offer English courses and other engaging activities, including team-building events.

Why choose us? MWDN is ranked among the top 5 IT employers in our region by DOU, and we pride ourselves on our transparency and commitment to our team. Curious to learn more? Discover what our employees say about us in their DOU reviews: MWDN reviews.

What is your new project?

• Domain: Computer and network security
• Location: Israel
• Company size: 51-200 employees
• Founded in: 2009

What makes this project exciting?

Are you ready to join an innovative force in cybersecurity backed by one of the industry's biggest names? Our client, recently acquired by Check Point for $200 million, is on a mission to transform external risk management. 

Imagine being part of a team that uses cutting-edge technology to protect businesses from the most dangerous cyber threats out there—monitoring the dark web, pinpointing vulnerabilities, and preventing data breaches.

This is more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to make a real impact in the world of cybersecurity. The pace is fast, the challenges are thrilling, and the solutions are AI-driven, putting you at the forefront of real-time threat detection.

What’s more, with the support of a global powerhouse like Check Point, you'll have the stability, resources, and career growth opportunities that only come with being part of a leader in the cybersecurity field!

What makes you a great fit

• 3-5 years of experience in developing complex backend systems
• At least 2 years of proficiency in Python (production environment)
• Demonstrated ability to produce high-performance, maintainable, and reusable code
• Knowledge in high-level design and architectural practices
• Proficiency with cloud technologies and services, such as AWS (EC2, S3, Lambda, Streaming, EMR, EKS)
• Experience with ElasticSearch, MongoDB, Redis, and relational DB's
• Skilled in Kubernetes and Docker
• Agile methodology practitioner
• Experience in a Production SaaS environment
• Knowledge in building web applications using FastAPI
• At least an upper-intermediate level of English

Will be a plus:

• Familiarity with web scraper technologies and methodologies
• Proven track record in identifying and troubleshooting performance and scalability bottlenecks within a distributed ecosystem running thousands of microservices
• Strong command of Linux environments

Your day-to-day in this position

• Work closely with other stakeholders in the company to resolve issues, design and deliver features, and improve and evolve our product
• Influence - take part in day-to-day discussions on the direction, design, and architecture of our product
• End-to-end development of software components, constantly re-inventing and improving our infrastructures and tech stack to meet our scale expectations from an engineering standpoint
• The ability to create technical designs for complex problems
• Assist other team members with code and design reviews and provide constructive feedback
• Be a part of a team of passionate, hardworking, and super-professional Back End developers
• Gain a deep, wide, and solid understanding of the World Wide Web (Surface, Deep and Dark parts)
•  Improve and promote our innovative tech stack – play and asses tools we should adopt
•  Work in, out, and around AWS

Why work with us?

• People-oriented management without bureaucracy
• The friendly climate inside the company is confirmed by the frequent comeback of previous employees
• Flexible working schedule
• 29 paid time off (18 working days per year, plus 11 days — all national holidays)
• 10 sick leave days
• Full financial and legal support for private entrepreneurs
• Free English classes with native speakers or with Ukrainian teachers (for your choice)
• Dedicated HR

Our next steps

✅ Intro call with a Recruiter — ✅ Client intro interview — ✅ Live-coding interview — ✅ Tech interview — ✅ HR client interview — ✅Reference check — ✅ Offer