Sr Software Engineer, Python
About The Position
This job delivers complete solutions spanning all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). It involves advising management on project-level issues, guiding junior engineers, operating with little supervision, and applying knowledge of technical best practices. Essential Responsibilities: Delivers complete solutions spanning all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) (design, implementation, testing, delivery and operations), based on definitions from more senior roles. Advises immediate management on project-level issues Guides junior engineers Operates with little day-to-day supervision, making technical decisions based on knowledge of internal conventions and industry best practices Applies knowledge of technical best practices in making decisions.
Requirements
- 3+ years relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
- 5+ years of backend development experience.
- Proficiency in at least one backend language (Python)
- Expertise in architecting and developing large-scale backend systems using Python, with extensive experience in Django, or Flask.
- Proven track record of designing, building, and maintaining complex RESTful APIs and microservices.
- Leadership in guiding engineering teams through complex technical challenges and design decisions.
- In-depth knowledge of distributed systems, cloud-native applications, and containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.
- Experience with large-scale data processing, caching strategies, and performance optimization.
- Strong experience with distributed systems and microservices.
- Proven ability to lead and mentor teams.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Agile methodology, large-scale, high-performance systems.
- Knowledge of the payment processing industry and relevant regulations.
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure).
- Contributions to open-source projects
Responsibilities
- Delivers complete solutions spanning all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) (design, implementation, testing, delivery and operations), based on definitions from more senior roles.
- Advises immediate management on project-level issues
- Guides junior engineers
- Operates with little day-to-day supervision, making technical decisions based on knowledge of internal conventions and industry best practices
- Applies knowledge of technical best practices in making decisions
- Architect and design large-scale backend systems.
- Lead and mentor engineering teams.
- Drive technical excellence and best practices
- Architect and lead the development of complex backend systems, drive innovation, and mentor the team.
Benefits
- generous paid time off
- healthcare coverage for you and your family
- resources to create financial security
- support your mental health
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
