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Python Developer Job at remarqable in Minneapolis

remarqable, Minneapolis, MN, United States


Note: We’re only considering candidates based in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area at this time. Out-of-area applications will not be reviewed.
Join the Ground Floor of a Big Idea

sparQ is a new AI-powered productivity suite for small businesses—think “simpler than Zoho, smarter than Google.” We're building an all-in-one business platform to help small teams do big things. We're currently looking for a motivated, entry-level Python developer to join us at the earliest stage.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the foundation of a commercial SaaS product, with mentorship and real ownership of your work.

What You’ll Do

Build backend services and REST APIs in Python to power sparQ’s productivity apps (like Contacts, Invoicing, Docs, and Chat)

Work with SQLite, PostgreSQL, Docker, and HTMX for performance-focused development

Participate in a GitHub-driven open-source project and follow clean coding and documentation practices

Collaborate with a small local team and work in an office downtown Minneapolis

Learn and grow fast as you contribute to real-world SaaS architecture

What You Should Bring

Basic experience with Python (personal, academic, or internship projects count)

Familiarity with SQL databases (especially PostgreSQL), REST APIs, and CLI tools

Passion for clean, readable code and a willingness to learn real-world dev workflows (GitHub, issue tracking, testing)

Curiosity about open-source, startups, or SaaS development

Ability to work independently and deliver on tasks with minimal handholding

Must be located in the Twin Cities metro and available for in-person collaboration

Bonus (but not required)

Experience with Docker, Flask/FastAPI, or HTMX

Familiarity with GitHub and open-source contribution

Interest in DevOps, cloud deployment (DigitalOcean, Linode)

Enthusiasm for AI and automation tools

What We Offer

$25/hr based on experience

Direct mentorship from a technical founder with startup experience

Opportunity to become a core contributor to a global SaaS platform

How to Apply
Must submit:

Your resume

A brief note about your experience and interest in working on sparQ

GitHub profile or links to any projects you’ve worked on

Note: We’re only considering candidates based in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area at this time. Out-of-area applications will not be reviewed.

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