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Full-Time

Senior Backend Engineer

Python / Django

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Cast & Crew

Cast & Crew

1,001-5,000 employees

Digital solutions for entertainment production management

Data & Analytics
Consulting
Enterprise Software

Compensation Overview

$170k - $190kAnnually

Senior, Expert

Remote in USA

Category
Backend Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Agile
Python
JavaScript
React.js
MySQL
Software Testing
Elasticsearch
REST APIs
Django
Requirements
  • Proven experience building a major product or feature from scratch at scale for a large public facing web application
  • Advanced proficiency with Python and Django
  • Solid database skills in a relational database (i.e., PostgresSQL, MySQL, etc.)
  • Experience with Elasticsearch a plus
  • Experience in developing RESTful APIs.
  • Strong unit test and debugging skills.
  • Experience incrementally rolling out new features, components or refactors without blocking the rest of the team, and iterating upon and maintaining live products
  • Strong project management skills; able to organize, adhere to process, and execute projects across disciplines and by deadline
  • Excellent communication skills; you can articulate clearly, thoroughly, and concisely to technical and non-technical audiences
  • Comfortability with the entire development life cycle (inception to release) in an Agile environment
  • Collaborative, engaged, and adaptable; you are comfortable joining a team with a large, mature codebase with established engineering processes
  • Flexible and proactive, you’re able to shift gears quickly in a fast-paced environment
  • Familiarity with Javascript/React a plus
Responsibilities
  • Partner with product, marketing, business intelligence, and design teams to develop new product features and enhancements
  • Design engineering plans to meet the requirements of the product or goal
  • Design, build and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable Python code
  • Contribute to and influence the overall backend architecture decisions
  • Work closely with product, marketing, and customer service to translate customer feedback into successful features and tools
  • Collaborate with backend engineers outside your feature team to maintain shared code and infrastructure
  • Coordinate with frontend engineers to provide a cohesive experience
  • Use both technical and relational skills to lead large scale projects to completion
  • Collaborate, mentor, and learn with a high-performing team of engineers

Cast & Crew provides a range of digital solutions tailored for the entertainment industry, focusing on production management for film, television, and live events. Their tools help streamline administrative tasks such as payroll, human resources, and document management. Key products include payroll management tools, a digital onboarding solution, and industry-standard screenwriting software. Unlike many competitors, Cast & Crew offers a comprehensive suite of services that cover various aspects of production, from managing crew payments to tax credit management. The company's goal is to simplify complex production processes, ensuring that clients can focus on creating content while efficiently handling the operational side of their projects.

Company Stage

Private

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Burbank, California

Founded

1976

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Strategic investments and acquisitions, such as Media Services, position Cast & Crew for continued growth and market dominance.
  • The hiring of industry experts like Justin Kramer as special advisor indicates a strong focus on technology and product integration.
  • Their diverse range of digital solutions, including industry-standard tools like Final Draft, ensures high client retention and satisfaction.

What critics are saying

  • The entertainment industry is highly competitive, requiring constant innovation to stay ahead of rivals.
  • Integration challenges from acquisitions like Media Services could disrupt operations and delay service improvements.

What makes Cast & Crew unique

  • Cast & Crew offers a comprehensive suite of digital solutions specifically tailored for the entertainment industry, unlike general-purpose software providers.
  • Their focus on end-to-end production management, from payroll to tax credit management, provides a one-stop-shop for production companies.
  • The acquisition of Media Services enhances their market position by integrating additional payroll and production management capabilities.

Benefits

PTO

Family-leave time off

401(K)

Hybrid & remote work flexibility

Health, dental, & vision insurance

Employee referral program

Tuition reimbursement

Health and wellness programs