Backend Engineer (Python / JavaScript / AWS / Supabase)

Backend Engineer (Python / JavaScript / AWS / Supabase) Location : New Jersey, USA (Remote OK)

About Cleopatra

Cleopatra is a fast-growing on-demand cleaning platform built for speed, trust, and great design. Clients book in seconds, cleaners get paid fast, and every home sparkles — powered by smart automation and solid engineering.

We’re building a local-first marketplace in New Jersey and planning to expand.

The Role

We’re looking for a skilled backend engineer who takes pride in clean, reliable code. You’ll work directly with the founder and app team to design APIs, automate workflows, and keep our systems fast and stable as we grow.

What You’ll Do

Design, build, and maintain REST APIs using Python and JavaScript

Work across Supabase and AWS infrastructure

Build backend logic for bookings, payments, and notifications

Manage CI / CD and automate testing across environments

Monitor uptime, debug issues, and improve reliability

Write clear documentation and communicate effectively with the team

What You Bring

3+ years of backend experience (Python and Node / JS preferred)

Strong understanding of AWS and relational databases

Experience with Supabase and Firebase

Ability to design scalable systems and handle async workflows

Strong attention to detail and ownership mindset

Comfortable in a fast-moving startup environment

Bonus Points

Experience integrating mobile apps or cross-platform APIs

Familiarity with QA automation or testing frameworks

Passion for building tech that powers real-world local services

Why Join Us

You’ll join a small, hungry team shipping real product every week. You’ll have full ownership of your work, direct access to the founder, and the chance to help build something that makes life cleaner, faster, and easier for people across New Jersey. Remote work is welcome as long as you move fast and communicate clearly.