Python Developer

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Python Backend Developer to join our dynamic engineering team. You will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and maintaining robust and scalable backend systems and APIs that power our innovative products and services. The ideal candidate is a strong programmer with a solid understanding of Python and experience with popular backend frameworks. Familiarity with the Google Cloud Platform (GCP) landscape will be considered a significant advantage. If you are passionate about building efficient and reliable APIs and enjoy working in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities:

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  Design, develop, and implement efficient and scalable backend APIs and services using Python and frameworks such as Flask, FastAPI, or Django.

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  Write clean, well-documented, and testable code following best practices and coding standards.

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  Collaborate closely with frontend developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver high-quality solutions.

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  Integrate our applications with third-party services and APIs.

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  Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve production issues effectively.

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  Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and knowledge sharing within the team.

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  Contribute to the continuous improvement of our development processes and tools.

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  Optimize applications for performance and scalability.

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  Deploy and maintain applications on cloud platforms, with a preference for experience on Google Cloud Platform (GCP).

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  Stay up-to-date with the latest technology trends and advancements in backend development and cloud technologies.

Qualifications:

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  Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).

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  Proven experience as a Backend Developer with a strong proficiency in Python.

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  Hands-on experience with at least one of the following Python backend frameworks: Flask, FastAPI, or Django.

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  Solid understanding of RESTful API design principles and development.

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  Experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and/or NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB).

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  Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a keen attention to detail.

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  Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

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  Experience with version control systems, preferably Git.

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  Familiarity with testing frameworks and writing unit, integration, and end-to-end tests.

Bonus Points (Added Advantage):

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  Experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services such as Compute Engine, App Engine, Cloud Functions, Cloud Storage, Cloud SQL, BigQuery, etc.

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  Experience with containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes.

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  Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines.

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  Knowledge of message queues (e.g., RabbitMQ, Kafka).

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  Experience with security best practices in web development.