Back-end Engineer in TECLA

TECLA is a fully remote software development company with a diverse and highly skilled team of 100+ experts across Latin America. We specialize in AI, cloud, automation, and DevOps, building innovative solutions for high-growth startups and established mid-market technology companies in the U.S.

Our work culture is agile, collaborative, and fast-paced—we take our work seriously while keeping the environment fun and engaging. As a remote-first company, we emphasize strong teamwork and close collaboration, working seamlessly with our U.S. partners as one integrated unit. Whether optimizing cloud environments, developing AI-driven applications, or enhancing DevOps automation, TECLA is at the forefront of technical innovation, solving complex challenges with cutting-edge technology.

We are growing to the next level of maturity, having found early success and market validation. We are seeking a stellar Backend Engineer to own our cloud-based platform infrastructure and help drive performance and scale. If you have world-class engineering skills, thrive in ambiguity, move fast, and love solving big problems, this role is for you.

• Architect, build, and optimize our cloud-based platform.
• Scale our infrastructure to handle rapid growth.
• Define and implement our core technology.
• Shape the backend strategy and ensure seamless data flow.

• BS or MS in Computer Science or a related field.
• 5+ years of proven track record delivering complex cloud-based products at scale.
• Strong expertise in Python and Django (or similar framework).
• Experience designing, developing and managing large-scale database infrastructures.
• Experience with asynchronous programming at large scale.
• Experience working as a solo developer or part of an early-stage team.
• Proven ability to navigate ambiguity and ship fast.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Bonus Points For:

• Experience developing containerized workflows (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with DevOps/IaC.
• Familiarity with ReactJS.
• Prior experience in Fintech.

• A fully remote position with a structured schedule that supports work-life balance.
• The opportunity to make a huge impact within a high-growth environment defining a new category in financial technology.
• Two weeks of paid vacation per year.
• 10 paid days for local holidays.

*Please note we are only looking for full-time dedicated team members who are eager to fully integrate within our team.