Job Description
Join TechNova Innovations, a cutting-edge startup revolutionizing fintech solutions, as we urgently seek a talented Part-Time Software Engineer to drive our next-gen platform development. Based in sunny Long Beach, CA, this hybrid role offers competitive hourly rates plus meaningful equity options in a rapidly scaling company. You'll collaborate with world-class engineers to build scalable APIs, optimize cloud infrastructure, and deliver user-centric products that serve millions globally. Perfect for candidates seeking flexible hours without sacrificing impact or growth potential.
Why TechNova? Our culture values innovation, autonomy, and work-life balance. We offer flexible scheduling (20-30 hrs/week), modern tech stack (AWS, React, Python), and equity participation in our Series A-funded journey. Relocation assistance available for exceptional candidates.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Python/Django
- Implement responsive frontend interfaces with React/TypeScript
- Optimize AWS cloud infrastructure for performance and cost-efficiency
- Write clean, testable code with 95%+ test coverage
- Collaborate via Agile/Scrum methodologies in cross-functional teams
- Contribute to technical documentation and API specifications
- Mentor junior developers through pair programming sessions
Qualifications
- Bachelor's in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience
- 3+ years professional software development experience
- Expertise in Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, and cloud platforms (AWS)
- Strong understanding of RESTful API design and microservices
- Proficient with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and containerization (Docker)
- Experience with relational (PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases
- Portfolio demonstrating full-stack projects with scalability focus