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Senior Backend Software Engineer (Python or PHP) - Chicago - ONSITE 2X Week- FreeWheel

$130K–$194K

IL - Chicago, 350 N. Orleans St 1300N · Senior · Full-time · Posted Oct 4, 2026

Experience
7-10 years of relevant work experience; 4+ years working with Python and Django.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field, or equivalent experience. The posting also says applicants with coursework and experience or extensive related professional experience may be considered.

About the job

Designs and supports backend software, APIs, and ad-serving systems for FreeWheel’s programmatic advertising platform.

What you'll do

  • Design, develop, integrate, test, and release software applications and updates.
  • Provide technical guidance and mentoring, and oversee development documentation.
  • Coordinate with stakeholders, QA, and external contacts to meet technical requirements and delivery goals.

What they ask for

  • 4+ years working with Python and Django.
  • Experience developing RESTful APIs using Django.
  • Experience with PHP.
  • Experience with Kubernetes/EKS, AWS, and owning production deployments at scale for critical backend services.

Nice to have

  • AdTech or advertising experience.

Pay

USD 129,515.93 - USD 194,273.89 base salary

Tools

Python, Django, RESTful API's, PHP, Kubernetes/EKS, AWS

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First seen Oct 28, 2026 · Last verified Nov 4, 2026 (UTC)