Senior Backend & AI Integration Engineer

Senior backend engineer with 10+ years building Django-based systems and data pipelines. Most recently, designed and implemented an LLM-assisted data pipeline that converted security bulletins into actionable intelligence for an enterprise cyber security product. Enjoys working with Django, previously migrated live auth systems with zero downtime and took SaaS products from prototype to production. Founded a startup and grew the business from zero to profitable exit. Seeking a senior backend, data engineering, or founding engineer role at a stable, product-focused company. Strong in API design, data modeling, and production AI integrations. Located in Portland, Oregon, remote work is preferred, and not willing to relocate.