Python Software Engineer (backend)

Job Description:• Design & Development: Architect, design, and develop scalable and efficient back-end solutions using Python and Node.js.• System Integration: Integrate various APIs, databases, and third-party services into the existing system architecture.• Code Quality: Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code while following best practices in coding, testing, and deployment.• Performance Optimization: Identify performance bottlenecks and optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.• Collaboration: Work closely with front-end developers, DevOps, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless integration and deployment of applications.• Mentorship: Provide guidance, mentorship, and technical leadership to junior developers and team members.• Problem Solving: Analyze complex problems and develop innovative solutions to address technical challenges.• Continuous Improvement: Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in software development and suggest improvements to current processes and tools.• Testing & Debugging: Develop and execute unit and integration tests to ensure the reliability and stability of the applications.• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation for the developed solutions, including design specifications, user guides, and technical manuals.Required Qualifications:• Proficiency: 5+ years of professional experience in software development, with a focus on Python and Node.js.• Language Expertise: 5+ years of strong proficiency in Python (Django, Flask) and Node.js, with a solid understanding of JavaScript/TypeScript.• Back-End Expertise: Experience in building RESTful APIs, microservices, and server-side applications.• Database Knowledge: Proficiency in working with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Redis).• Cloud Services: Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, and familiarity with DevOps practices.• Version Control: Strong experience with Git and version control workflows.• Agile Methodology: Experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments.• Problem-Solving Skills: Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.Preferred Qualifications:• Front-End Knowledge: Basic understanding of front-end technologies such as React, Angular, or Vue.js.• CI/CD Pipelines: Experience in setting up and managing CI/CD pipelines.• Containerization: Familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes for containerization and orchestration.• Testing Frameworks: Experience with testing frameworks such as Jest, Mocha, PyTest, or others.

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