Job Overview
This role involves developing and maintaining robust web applications using the Python Django framework. You will be instrumental in designing, implementing, and deploying scalable backend services and APIs that power our innovative products. We are seeking a passionate individual to contribute to the full software development lifecycle, working collaboratively with a dynamic team to deliver high-quality solutions that meet business objectives and enhance user experience. This position offers an exciting opportunity to impact our technology stack directly and drive key initiatives forward within a collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain robust web applications and backend services using Django.
- Write clean, efficient, well-documented, and maintainable Python code following best practices.
- Develop and integrate RESTful APIs to support various front-end applications and third-party systems.
- Collaborate closely with front-end developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to define requirements and deliver solutions.
- Manage and optimize database schemas and queries using Django ORM with relational databases like PostgreSQL.
- Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve issues across development, testing, and production environments.
- Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality, maintainability, and adherence to coding standards.
- Ensure the security, performance, and scalability of applications.
Required Qualifications
- Proven professional experience in web development with strong proficiency in Python and the Django framework.
- Solid understanding and practical experience with relational databases, specifically PostgreSQL or MySQL, including schema design and query optimization.
- Familiarity with RESTful API design principles and development.
- Experience with version control systems, particularly Git.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and a keen attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React, Vue, Angular).
- Knowledge of cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
- Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Experience with continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
- Understanding of Agile development methodologies.
- Experience writing unit tests and integration tests.