Senior Software Engineer - Python

Senior Software Engineer | Python

Job Description: Mid-Level to Senior-Level Python Developer

Position Overview:

We are seeking a skilled Python developer with 5-8 years of experience to join our dynamic team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and possesses strong expertise in Python 3.8+, Postgres 12+, Django, Django Rest Framework (DRF), and Git.

Candidates with proficiency in web scraping using Selenium and Beautiful Soup, as well as experience with Redis, will be given high priority.

Knowledge of Celery, Elasticsearch, Docker, and AWS are considered advantageous for this position.

Key Responsibilities:
• Develop and maintain robust Python-based applications using Django and DRF.
• Design and implement efficient web scraping solutions using Selenium and Beautiful Soup.
• Utilize Redis for caching and improving application performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• Ensure code quality and maintainability by adhering to established coding standards and best practices.
• Troubleshoot issues, fix bugs, and improve application performance.
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to peers.

Required Skills and Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5-8 years of hands-on experience in Python development.
• Strong proficiency in Python 3.8+, Django, and Django Rest Framework.
• Solid understanding of relational databases, preferably Postgres 12+.
• Experience with version control systems such as Git.
• Prior experience in web scraping using Selenium and Beautiful Soup.
• Familiarity with caching mechanisms, particularly Redis.

Preferred Skills:
• Knowledge of asynchronous task queues like Celery.
• Familiarity with Elasticsearch for indexing and searching.
• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker.
• Understanding of cloud platforms, especially AWS services.
• Knowledge of web development concepts (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) is a plus.

Personal Attributes:
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently.
• Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.

Why Join Us:
• Opportunity to work on challenging projects and utilize cutting-edge technologies.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Career growth opportunities and professional development.