Backend Engineer (Python) - Remote

Overview

Wolt is a Helsinki-based technology company that provides an online platform for consumers, merchants and couriers. It connects people looking to order food and other goods with people interested in selling and delivering them. To enable this, Wolt develops a wide range of technologies from local logistics to retail software and financial solutions – as well as operating its own grocery stores under the Wolt Market brand.

In Short

• Looking for Software Engineers to develop production-level backend services in Python.
• Work in cross-functional, autonomous teams.
• Handle the whole development process including business logic, testing, and CI/CD.
• Focus on building scalable and robust technology.
• Collaborate with diverse teams and make architectural decisions together.
• Main stack includes Python (FastAPI), PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Kafka, Redis, AWS, Docker, and Kubernetes.
• Open positions in various engineering groups including Consumer, Courier, FinTech, and Merchant.
• Flexible hybrid work setup available.
• Relocation support offered for candidates interested in moving to Helsinki.
• Emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.

Requirements

• Experience in developing production-level microservices in Python.
• Ability to handle the entire development cycle to production.
• Experience with high-load and large-scale systems.
• Open to exploring modern languages like Kotlin and Go.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Ability to tackle big challenges and envision scalability.
• Continuous learning mindset.
• Ownership and decision-making capabilities.
• Experience working in diverse teams.
• Willingness to express opinions and work collaboratively.

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements (remote, hybrid, or in-office).
• Relocation support for candidates moving to Helsinki.
• Opportunities for learning and growth.
• Inclusive and diverse work environment.
• Collaborative team culture.