Python Backend Developer

Cloudious•Dallas, TX

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled Python Backend Developer to join our team. The role involves contributing to the design, development, and release of applications and features, with a focus on data-intensive systems. You will be responsible for clarifying requirements, providing technical guidance, and managing a team of software engineers. This position requires strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with both technical and business stakeholders in a global environment.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field with 5+ years of work experience, or Masters Degree with more than 5+ year work experience in Software Development.
Strong Computer Science fundamentals in Data Structures, Algorithms, Complexity Analysis, Object-Oriented Design and Designing Large Scale Data-Intensive Applications.
Excellent Analytical and Communication skills including experience speaking to technical and business audiences and working globally.
3+ years of hands-on experience in Python.
3+ years in NoSQL databases like MongoDB or ElasticSearch.
3+ years in Caching technologies like Redis or Memcached.
3+ years in Streaming technologies like Kafka or RabbitMQ.
3+ years of experience in managing Software Engineers.

Nice To Haves

Experience in Django or Flask frameworks.
Experience in ELK Stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana) or Prometheus + Grafana.
Proficiency in Linux, Bash, JSON and SQL.
Knowledge of Credit products like corporate bonds/loans, credit default swaps, total return swaps is a plus.
Experience with Container technologies like Docker, Kubernetes.
Experience with cloud computing systems.
Knowledge of Slang/SecDB is a plus (for internal candidates).

Responsibilities

Contribute to the creation of design (HLD, LLD, SAD) and architecture for Applications, Features, Business Components, and Data Models.
Clarify requirements and provide guidance to the development team.
Present design options to customers.
Conduct product demos.
Set FAST goals and provide feedback to team members.
Understand team members' aspirations and provide guidance and opportunities.
Ensure team engagement in projects.
Execute and monitor the release process.
Explain and communicate design/development to customers.
Perform and evaluate test results against product specifications.
Break down complex problems into logical components.
Develop user interfaces, business software components.
Use data models.
Estimate time and effort required for developing/debugging features/components.
Perform and evaluate tests in the customer or target environment.
Make quick decisions on technical/project-related challenges.
Manage a team.
Maintain high motivation levels and positive dynamics in the team.
Interface with other teams, designers, and other parallel practices.
Set goals for self and team.
Provide feedback to team members.
Create and articulate impactful technical presentations.
Follow high business etiquette in emails and other business communication.
Drive conference calls with customers addressing customer questions.
Proactively ask for and offer help.
Ability to work under pressure, determine dependencies, risks, facilitate planning; handling multiple tasks.
Build confidence with customers by meeting deliverables on time with quality.
Estimate time, effort, and resources required for developing/debugging features/components.
Make appropriate utilization of Software/Hardware.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.