Work and Travel Guide is a young, fast-moving startup building a product that helps people explore the world – smarter and easier. We care deeply about :
- great engineering
- strong fundamentals
- shipping high-quality software quickly
We also work heavily with AI technologies and AI-assisted development workflows to stay at the cutting edge of innovation.
If you want real ownership, autonomy, and the chance to shape the architecture, coding workflows and best practices – all while staying flexible with your working hours and working from whereever you want – this is for you!
Tasks
Build and evolve backend systems and APIs in DjangoOwn architecture decisions : scalability, reliability, maintainabilityImplement and refine CI / CD pipelines and deployment workflowsApply clean code practices , design patterns, and strong system design principles. Refactor major parts of the codebase for better long-term maintainability using modern tools such as Claude CodeCollaborate on frontend work in React (feature work, integration, performance, DX)Use and improve AI-assisted development workflows (e.g., faster iteration, better quality, automation)Requirements
Strong experience in full-stack development , with a backend focusSolid knowledge of architecture , design patterns , and clean-code practicesHands-on experience with CI / CD (build pipelines, testing, deployments, release processes)Heavy testing and QA practicesComfort working across the stack : React + DjangoFamiliarity with modern development workflows and tooling, including AI-assisted developmentBonus : exposure to (or curiosity for) Go and / or Rust as we expand parts of the systemBenefits
100% Remote – work from anywhere (literally)Maximum flexibility – set your own schedule; we measure outcomes, not hoursHigh autonomy & ownership – you’ll influence decisions and build end-to-endWork directly with the CTO – tight feedback loops, fast decisions, real technical leadershipYour ideas matter – small team, big impact, fast iterationRetreats / workations – we meet regularly in inspiring placesStrong engineering culture – clean architecture, clean code, reviews, testing, observabilityAI at the core – we build with modern AI tooling and integrate AI where it makes senseStock option program – for employees who stand out with their great talent and effortin order to apply, send us both your resume and an introduction paragraph about you, telling us why you think you are a standout candidate and great fit for the role.
Note : the earliest start for this role is in March 2026.