10+ years of professional software engineering experience (8 years minimum, up to 14 years), with at least 4 years in a tech lead or senior individual contributor capacity.
Expert-level Python proficiency - Django, FastAPI, Flask, async programming, design patterns, and performance optimization.
Hands-on AWS experience - Lambda, API Gateway, S3, SQS/SNS, DynamoDB, ElastiCache (Redis), CloudWatch, IAM, and more.
Strong understanding of microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, and event-driven systems.
Working knowledge of Java - ability to read, review, and contribute to Java codebases.
Experience with Sitecore or other enterprise CMS platforms (AEM, Optimizely, etc.).
Background in commercial platforms - upsell logic, offer management, promotions, and pricing engines.
Proficiency with CI/CD pipelines, Docker, Kubernetes, and infrastructure-as-code tools (Terraform/CDK).
Strong command of SQL and NoSQL databases.
Proven track record of leading and delivering large-scale, complex engineering initiatives.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills - ability to articulate technical vision to both technical and non-technical audiences.