Software Engineer - Toolkit

Responsibilities

• Build, enhance, and maintain the primary Python-based Command Line Interface (CLI) application with Python, code adhering to best practices
• Maintain and extend the comprehensive unit, integration, and regression tests using pytest that is a critical part of the QA process
• Maintain automated CI/CD workflows using GitHub Actions.
• Contribute to public-facing documentation to ensure clear, user-friendly guides and examples.
• Actively support users via written communication or live calls, troubleshooting issues, and providing best practices.
• Translate user feedback into features that deliver measurable business value.
• Ensure the Toolkit evolves to meet diverse project requirements, from small-scale prototypes to enterprise-grade deployments.

Technical Capabilities

• Modern Python Development:
• Expert knowledge of Python programming and clean code principles, adhering to PEP8 standards.
• Proficiency in CLI frameworks (Click, Typer) and output formatting tools like Rich.

• Well versed in Pytest, including extensions for mocking, parameterized tests, and regression testing.
• Ability to build comprehensive test coverage for both CLI tools and API integrations.

• Experience with dependency management using Poetry or similar tools.
• Linting and code formatting using ruff, black, flake8 and Mypy
• Proficiency in Pydantic for data validation and serialization.

• Strong understanding of RESTful APIs, including designing and interacting with APIs.
• Good understanding of API authentication and authorization using the OAuth2 standard
• Knowledge of FastAPI or similar is a benefit, but not a requirement.

• In-depth knowledge of integrating data workflows in CDF, including data modeling, transformation, and pipeline automation.
• Experience working with CDF-specific tools, SDKs, and APIs.

• Experience with "configuration as code," continuous integration, and continuous delivery pipelines.
• Proficient with Git workflows, including branching strategies, tagging, and release management.
• Familiarity with collaborative development practices using Pull Requests and code reviews on GitHub.
• Experience with GitHub Actions for automating tests, deployments, and releases.

Additional Qualifications

• Prior experience working with any knowledge graphs and data architectures
• Prior experience with Hashicorp Terraform, or Kubernetes
• Knowledge of additional programming languages such as JavaScript or TypeScript for contributing to UI or API extensions.

Key Attributes

• Product Mindset: Ability to think in terms of outcomes, not just outputs, and align development with business goals.
• Attention to Detail: A commitment to producing clean, maintainable, and efficient code.
• Collaboration Skills: Strong ability to work with cross-functional teams, including product managers, architects, and end-users.
• Adaptability: Ability to balance new feature development with the stability and reliability demands of production-grade software.

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• Flat structure with direct access to decision-makers, with minimal amount of bureaucracy
• Opportunity to work with and learn from some of the best people on some of the most ambitious projects found anywhere, across industries
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• Hybrid work environment globally