Back-End Python Developer

About DMI DMI is a leading global provider of digital services working at the intersection of public and private sectors. With broad capabilities across IT managed services, cybersecurity, cloud migration and application development, DMI provides on-site and remote support to clients within governments, healthcare, financial services, transportation, manufacturing, and other critical infrastructure sectors. DMI has grown to over 2,100 employees globally and has been continually recognized as a Top Workplace in both regional and national categories. About the Opportunity DMI, LLC is seeking an experienced Backend Developer with at least 5 years of Python development experience, specifically in building and maintaining SaaS applications. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement scalable, efficient, and secure backend services, including microservices architecture, that drive key product features. You will be responsible for ensuring that our platform is reliable, performance-optimized, and capable of handling complex data processing workflows. Duties and Responsibilities: Backend Development : Design, build, and maintain the server-side logic, databases, and APIs for our SaaS platform using Python. Microservices Architecture: Design, develop, and deploy microservices that support modular, scalable, and maintainable back-end systems. Ensure these microservices are well-architected for scale and reliability. Database Management: Optimize database queries and manage data models to ensure performance, scalability, and reliability across a growing user base and large datasets. API Development: Develop and maintain RESTful APIs that support interactions between the frontend and backend components, ensuring seamless data flow and integration. Code Quality and Best Practices: Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following industry best practices, including automated testing and CI/CD workflows. Collaboration: Work closely with frontend developers, DevOps engineers, and product managers to integrate new features, troubleshoot issues, and optimize performance. Data Processing: Implement solutions for data ingestion, processing, and analytics, ensuring the platform handles telecom, expense, asset, and ITSM data efficiently. Security and Compliance: Ensure that backend services are secure, following best practices for authentication, authorization, and data protection. Performance Optimization: Continuously monitor and improve the performance of backend services, identifying bottlenecks and implementing solutions for scaling the platform. Qualifications Education and Years of Experience: Education: Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. Experience: At least 5 years of Python development experience, particularly in developing and maintaining SaaS products. Required and Desired Skills/Certifications: Backend Frameworks: Proficiency with Python-based frameworks like Django, Flask, or similar for building scalable backend services. Microservices Experience: Proven experience in designing, developing, and deploying microservices for modular and scalable architectures. Database Expertise: Strong experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB), with an understanding of data modeling, optimization, and migrations. API Development: Proven experience building and integrating RESTful APIs to support frontend-backend interactions and third-party integrations. Cloud and DevOps: Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud for deploying and managing backend services. Experience with CI/CD tools for automating deployment pipelines is a plus. Testing and Debugging: Experience with unit testing, integration testing, and debugging in Python to ensure high-quality code and minimal downtime. Agile Development: Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to deliver results in iterative cycles. Security and Compliance: Knowledge of secure coding practices and experience implementing security measures to protect sensitive data. SaaS Expertise: Experience in building or maintaining SaaS platforms with an understanding of multi-tenant architecture, subscription management, and user authentication. Big Data and Analytics: Familiarity with handling large datasets, data pipelines, and data processing frameworks is a plus. Cloud Certifications: Certifications in AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud are desirable. DevOps Practices: Experience with DevOps practices, including containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines. Min Citizenship Status Required: Must be a U.S. Citizen Physical Requirements: Ability to report to or work in an office environment. Prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer, including writing and debugging code. Ability to use a keyboard, mouse, and monitor for extended periods. Ability to communicate effectively with team members through digital collaboration tools (e.g., video calls, emails, chat platforms). Location: Cincinnati, OH LI-SP1 Working at DMI: DMI is a diverse, prosperous, and rewarding place to work. Being part of the DMI family means we care about your wellbeing. We offer a variety of perks and benefits that help meet various interests and needs, while still having the opportunity to work directly with several of our award-winning, Fortune 1000 clients. The following categories make up your DMI wellbeing: Convenience/Concierge - Virtual visits through health insurance, pet insurance, commuter benefits, discount tickets for movies, travel, and many other items to provide convenience. Development Annual performance management, continuing education, and tuition assistance, internal job opportunities along with career enrichment and advancement to help each employee with their professional and personal development. Financial Generous 401k matches both pre-tax and post-tax (ROTH) contributions along with financial wellness education, EAP, Life Insurance and Disability help provide financial stability for each DMI employee. Recognition Great achievements do not go unnoticed by DMI through Annual Awards ceremony, service anniversaries, peer-to-peer acknowledgment, employee referral bonuses. Wellness Healthcare benefits, Wellness programs, Flu Shots, Biometric screenings, and several other wellness options. Employees are valued for their talents and contributions. We all take pride in helping our customers achieve their goals, which in turn contributes to the overall success of the company. The company does and will take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, and to treat qualified individuals without discrimination based on their physical or mental disability or veteran status. DMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minority/Female/Veterans/Disability. DMI maintains a drug-free workplace. No Agencies Please Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. US citizenship may be required for some positions.