Senior Python Engineer (Contract)
FliffCity of Zagreb, Croatia
Posted January 16, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Fliff delivers an engaging social sports gaming platform that blends fantasy sports, social interaction, and betting elements into a single, user‑friendly experience. Players can participate in free, interactive games that incorporate loyalty rewards and promotional incentives, allowing them to enjoy the thrill of competition without risking real money. By simplifying the concept of skin‑in‑the‑game, Fliff offers a risk‑free alternative that keeps fans invested and entertained. The company’s focus on community, instant play, and reward integration sets it apart in the increasingly crowded sports entertainment market.
Job Description
Fliff is a social sports gaming company that is looking for a Senior Python Engineer to own, design, build, and maintain high-performance distributed backend systems serving millions of users.
Requirements
- 5+ years of professional Python backend development experience
- Solid Django experience and asynchronous programming skills
- Production experience with Apache Kafka
- Strong experience with distributed systems
- Experience deploying and managing containerized applications
- Familiarity with any cloud provider
- Proficient with SQL databases
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and test automation
- Knowledge of monitoring and logging tools
- Strong problem-solving skills and comfort doing code reviews
Benefits
- Fully remote work environment
- Professional development opportunities
- Supportive and collaborative workplace
- Engaging and challenging role