### **About the Client** Our client is a fast\-growing, venture\-backed innovator in the **agtech** industry, reimagining how technology can transform animal agriculture. With headquarters in the Midwest and a distributed team across the U.S., they develop intelligent software and hardware solutions that improve animal welfare, operational efficiency, and sustainability on farms worldwide. Their mission\-driven culture blends modern software engineering with a tangible impact on real\-world agricultural challenges. ### **About the Role** This is a hands\-on **Junior Backend Engineer** role focused on designing and building robust backend systems that support data\-driven insights and operational excellence in animal care. You’ll work with a collaborative engineering team to scale cloud\-based platforms, streamline data pipelines, and build APIs that integrate with mobile and web applications used by farmers and field technicians. The ideal candidate is a Python developer who thrives in a startup environment—comfortable taking ownership of projects, collaborating across teams, and continuously learning new tools and technologies. ### **Responsibilities** * Design, build, and maintain backend services and APIs using **Python** * Support systems\-level initiatives to improve scalability, observability, and resilience * Build and maintain data pipelines and integrations that power core products * Collaborate closely with software engineers, product managers, and customer\-facing teams to deliver high\-impact features * Contribute to the evolution of backend architecture and cloud infrastructure ### **Requirements** * Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field * 1–3 years of experience as a **Software Engineer** * Strong experience developing backend systems in **Python** * Solid understanding of infrastructure, systems design, and **cloud\-native tooling** * Familiarity with **SQL** and modern data tools * Proactive mindset and ability to take ownership of technical challenges ### **Preferred Experience** * Experience with **Google Cloud Platform (GCP)** , **BigQuery** , or **DBT** * Exposure to **AI/ML** , especially in production environments * Willingness to assist occasionally with internal IT tasks (e.g., device setup, basic troubleshooting) ### **Tech Stack** * **Languages \& Tools:** Python, SQL, DBT * **Cloud:** Google Cloud Platform (BigQuery, Cloud Functions, Firebase, etc.) * **Frontend:** Flutter (mobile), Next.js (web) ### **Benefits \& Why Join** **Work with Purpose:** Contribute to solutions that make a measurable difference in animal welfare and agricultural sustainability. **Growth Opportunity:** Join a small but rapidly expanding team where your ideas and code directly shape the company’s success. **Collaborative Culture:** Work alongside passionate engineers and product teams who value ownership, teamwork, and creativity. **Flexible Work Options:** Hybrid role in Cedar Rapids, IA (3\+ days/week in office) or fully remote, with two annual team\-building trips to HQ. **Comprehensive Benefits:** * Medical, dental, and vision coverage * 401(k) plan with company contribution * Paid time off and company holidays * Quarterly team retreats and professional development opportunities