We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Python Developer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Python development, with expertise in designing, building, and maintaining scalable and efficient applications. As a Senior Python Developer, you will play a key role in developing backend systems, integrating third-party services, and mentoring junior developers. You should be passionate about writing clean, maintainable code and have a deep understanding of modern software development practices.
Key Responsibilities:
Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable, and high-performance Python-based applications.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
Write reusable, testable, and efficient code.
Integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.
Implement security and data protection measures.
Troubleshoot and debug applications to resolve issues.
Mentor and guide junior developers, providing technical leadership and code reviews.
Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends to ensure our solutions remain cutting-edge.
Participate in Agile/Scrum processes, including sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.
Required Skills and Technologies:
Proficiency in Python: Extensive experience with Python programming and its frameworks (e.g., Django, Flask, FastAPI).
Web Development: Strong understanding of front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and their integration with Python backends.
Database Management: Experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and ORM tools (e.g., SQLAlchemy, Django ORM).
APIs and Microservices: Expertise in designing and consuming RESTful APIs and building microservices architectures.
Cloud Platforms: Hands-on experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
DevOps Tools: Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Docker, Kubernetes, and infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform).
Testing: Proficient in writing unit tests, integration tests, and using testing frameworks (e.g., pytest, unittest).
Version Control: Strong experience with Git and collaborative development workflows (e.g., GitFlow).
Data Processing: Knowledge of data processing libraries (e.g., Pandas, NumPy) and frameworks (e.g., Apache Spark).
Asynchronous Programming: Experience with asynchronous programming using libraries like asyncio or Celery.
Security Best Practices: Understanding of secure coding practices and common vulnerabilities (e.g., OWASP Top 10).
Preferred Skills:
Experience with machine learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch) and data science libraries.
Familiarity with message brokers (e.g., RabbitMQ, Kafka) and event-driven architectures.
Knowledge of containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
Experience with serverless computing (e.g., AWS Lambda, Google Cloud Functions).
Understanding of GraphQL and its implementation in Python.
Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
Experience: 5+ years of professional experience in Python development, with at least 2 years in a senior or lead role.
Certifications (Optional): Relevant certifications such as:
AWS Certified Developer
Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate
Python Institute certifications (e.g., PCEP, PCAP, PCPP)
Docker Certified Associate
Soft Skills:
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Leadership skills with a focus on mentoring and guiding junior developers.
Adaptability to changing project requirements and technologies.