Develop and maintain scalable Python backend applications and RESTful APIs. Optimize performance, design and manage SQL/NoSQL schemas, implement security/authentication, write tests, automate CI/CD tasks, and collaborate with front-end, product, and QA teams.
We are looking for a versatile Python Developer to join our engineering team. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining high-quality backend applications and scalable server-side logic. The ideal candidate is a problem-solver who can integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic, optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability, and implement robust security and data protection solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Application Development: Build and maintain scalable, efficient, and reliable Python code for web applications and backend services.
- API Integration: Design and implement low-latency, high-availability RESTful APIs and integrate with third-party services and internal databases.
- Performance Optimization: Identify and fix performance bottlenecks and bugs to ensure the stability and responsiveness of the application.
- Database Management: Design and optimize database schemas (SQL/NoSQL) and manage data storage solutions.
- Automation: Create scripts to automate repetitive tasks and improve internal development workflows and CI/CD processes.
- Security: Implement security and data protection features, including authentication, authorization, and data encryption.
- Collaboration: Work closely with front-end developers, product managers, and QA teams to align technical solutions with business requirements.
Required Technical Skills
- Core Language: Expert-level proficiency in Python and its core principles.
- Web Frameworks: Strong hands-on experience with at least one popular Python framework such as Django, Flask, or FastAPI.
- ORM Knowledge: Familiarity with Object-Relational Mapping (ORM) libraries like SQLAlchemy or Django ORM.
- Databases: Proficiency in working with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Redis).
- Testing: Experience writing unit tests and integration tests using frameworks like PyTest or Unittest.
- Frontend Basics: Fundamental understanding of front-end technologies (HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript) to better coordinate with UI/UX teams.
- Version Control: Proficiency with Git and collaborative workflows (GitHub/Bitbucket).
Preferred Qualifications
- Cloud Services: Experience deploying applications on cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP.
- Containers: Knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes for containerization and orchestration.
- Asynchronous Programming: Understanding of multi-process architecture and threading, or experience with Celery/RabbitMQ.
- Data Science Tools: Familiarity with data analysis libraries such as Pandas, NumPy, or Scikit-learn is a plus.
- Documentation: Strong ability to document technical processes and architectural decisions.
Minimum Compensation: USD 36,000
Maximum Compensation: USD 126,000
Compensation is based on actual experience and qualifications of the candidate. The above is a reasonable and a good faith estimate for the role.
Medical, vision, and dental benefits, 401k retirement plan, variable pay/incentives, paid time off, and paid holidays are available for full time employees.
This position is not available for independent contractors
No applications will be considered if received more than 120 days after the date of this post
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