Founding Senior Backend Python Engineer

About Mammoth 

Mammoth is a mission-driven early-stage B2B vertical SaaS on a mission to revolutionize the CPG industry and unlock supply chain resilience through advanced and integrated technology.

Built by multi-exit founders and billion-dollar startup operators, our intelligent supply chain platform leverages real-time data and AI to revolutionize how high-growth food and consumer companies navigate the complexities of supply chain management and enhance efficiency, responsiveness, and resilience. We help companies easily and flexibly connect all their data, get answers instantly, and collaborate seamlessly to optimize decision-making and drive gross profit while reducing waste and establishing robust, transparent, and sustainable supply chains.

Mammoth has raised over $2M in venture funding from leading early stage investors including BoxGroup (Plaid, Stripe, Warby Parker), Ludlow Ventures (Honey, StockX, AngelList), and Third Sphere (Bowery Farming, Mill, BlocPower). Our headquarters are in Dumbo, Brooklyn.

Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior Backend Python Developer to join our ambitious founding team. This role is pivotal in developing the backend functionalities of our MVP, ensuring robust, scalable, and efficient systems. You will work closely with the CTO and CEO, offering a unique opportunity to shape the technological foundation of our product in a startup environment. This is your chance to be at the forefront of the next revolution in supply chain management, empowering some of the most dynamic household names to optimize their end-to-end supply chains, improve decision-making, drive profitability, and reduce impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable Python code.
• Implement backend services with awareness for future expandability and changeability.
• Expertise in, and ability to manage, serverless architectures using AWS services like Lambda, API Gateway, S3, and RDS.
• Develop and maintain PostgreSQL databases.
• Integrate various data storage solutions and third-party services using API connections.
• Work with front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements using server-side logic.
• Identify, prioritize, and execute tasks in the software development life cycle.
• Develop cloud infrastructure to deploy, monitor, and scale applications.
• Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.
• Collaborate with the team to brainstorm and solve complex problems independently.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Backend Developer, specifically with Python.
• Strong understanding of PostgreSQL and database design.
• Experience with serverless architectures and cloud infrastructure deployment.
• Proficiency in integrating third-party APIs and understanding of RESTful services.
• Familiarity with code versioning tools— Git.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
• Outstanding prioritization skills with a knack for identifying the most impactful tasks.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced startup environment and contribute to the launch of our MVP.

Required Skills

• 6 years of experience with Python
• 2 years of experience designing and building REST APIs and backend architecture in AWS
• 1 years of experience working with PostgreSQL

Who You Are

• Curious: You have an insatiable appetite for learning, always seeking to understand how things work and often wearing many hats to find the answers.
• Optimistic: You believe that no problem is too big, too entrenched, or too complicated to solve.
• Straightforward: You excel at distilling complex concepts and technical ideas into concise and actionable plans.
• Passionate: You’re customer obsessed and relish the opportunity to bring your team along.
• Resilient: You find satisfaction in tackling challenging, impactful problems.

What We Offer

• Ownership and Impact: A chance to be a part of a game-changing startup.
• Meaningful Mission: Help us empower brands with data and decision-making tools to build more resilient, responsive, and responsible supply chains
• Collaborative Environment: Work directly with the CTO and have a meaningful say in the product direction.
• Cutting Edge Technology: Be at the forefront of technological advancements in supply chain digitization and AI.
• Flexible Work Environment: A remote-friendly work environment with flexible hours, work-life balance, flexible vacation and parental leave.
• Competitive Compensation: Competitive salary and stock options and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverages.

Why Mammoth? 

Joining Mammoth means being at the forefront of a crucial shift in global supply chains, driven by both environmental necessity and economic efficiency. Global supply chain disruptions are growing at an alarming rate and the impact is being felt universally on the bottom line ($1T by 2030) . At the same time, over half of global emissions come from consumer products, but the vast majority of these (90%) come from supply chains that are hard for companies to manage. Studies show that a third of these emissions can be abated through relatively straightforward measures, such as product and logistics optimizations.

We believe that supply chain management must evolve to meet the demands of this new world, and that better business practices will result in better businesses. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain exposure to a rapidly evolving industry, work directly with experienced founders, and contribute to meaningful change. You'll gain practical experience in a supportive, collaborative environment that values innovation and impact. Plus, you'll be part of a mission-driven company that's helping to reduce carbon emissions and improve global supply chain resilience.