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Senior Backend Python Developer

CQC Aeronautics
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 3/10/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/6/2025

About Us

CQC Aeronautics is an innovative start-up focused on delivering a new Software-as-a-Service to the aviation industry with a focus on aircraft performance and aeronautical data management. We develop high-performance geospatial and aircraft performance applications that enhance operational efficiency and safety for a broad spectrum of users in commercial and private aviation. Our team values technical excellence, creativity, collaboration, and rapid iteration.  CQC is looking to build a foundational team that can operate effectively in a green-field, start-up environment while considering the effects of decision making and architecture on the long-term success of the business.  We are a small group of highly motivated aerospace engineers and developers who are looking for a team member who is technically capable, self-motivated and willing to collaborate daily with a passionate team to bring our solution to the forefront of aviation.

We are looking for a Senior Backend Python Developer to take a lead role in designing and building scalable, cloud-native solutions. You’ll work with modern frameworks, leverage cutting-edge aviation datasets and computation methods, and utilize DevOps best practices to deliver highly performant applications.  The Company will rely on your expertise to create secure, efficient and innovative solutions.  You will work as a key member of a small, experienced development team to rapidly architect and create the foundational infrastructure for our company and serve the needs of early adopters as our portfolio grows.  Aviation customers and stakeholders require reliable and available systems, so as the primary backend services developer, it will be incumbent on you to develop robust services and infrastructure, so experience with testing and deployment is a requirement.

Your Role

As a Senior Backend Python Developer , you will :

  • Architect and implement scalable, high-performance back-end solutions using Python (Django, FastAPI) .
  • Design and maintain RESTful APIs for front-end and third-party integrations.
  • Work with PostgreSQL and PostGIS to optimize data processing.
  • Collaborate with front-end engineers, data scientists, and domain experts to deliver innovative aviation solutions.
  • Ensure performance, security, and scalability best practices are followed.
  • Lead a growing team of engineers and developers within your areas of expertise and collaborate with other senior developers to progress the growth and capability of a cross-functional team.

What You Bring

  • 8 years of experience in software development, with a focus on technical computing.  Experience with aviation-related systems is highly preferred but not required.
  • Deep expertise in Python and back-end frameworks like Django and FastAPI .
  • Strong experience with RESTful API development.
  • Solid understanding of SQL databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and ORMs.
  • Hands-on experience with containerization (Docker) and cloud platforms ( Azure preferred but other experience considered ).
  • Familiarity with CI / CD, DevOps, and infrastructure-as-code including a strong focus on reliability and testing is required including experience with fault-tolerance, TDD, BDD, and test automation.
  • Knowledge of aviation data standards (ARINC, AIXM, ADS-B) is a huge plus .
  • Knowledge of SaaS applications and service-level API infrastructure is a bonus.
  • Willingness to work on a small, collaborative and motivated team of developers and subject matter experts, sharing your knowledge, skills and ideas in a constructive team effort.
  • Bonus : Experience with Rust, TypeScript, Redis and GIS / Geoserver tools .
  • Why Join Us?

  • Competitive salary & benefits (healthcare, remote work, flexible hours).
  • Equity potential in a high-growth start-up.
  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge aviation software with a passionate team where your decisions and expertise will shape the growth and capabilities of the company.
  • Professional development through mentorship, training, and conference opportunities.
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