Senior Python Developer/ Architect

The Senior Python Developer participates in all phases of the software development lifecycle and coaching junior developers. He/She is also responsible for writing server-side web application logic. He/she also develops back-end components, connects the application with third-party web services, and supports the front-end developers by integrating their work with the Python application.

Key Responsibilities

• Writes effective and scalable Python codes
• Helps design and implement functional requirements
• Designs and implements robust applications
• Builds back-end features in Python that are efficient.
• Designs modular software, database tables and integrates component applications for a wholistic high performance application
• Writes well-crafted, well-tested, readable, maintainable code
• Debugs applications to ensure low-latency and high-availability
• Designs and implements of low-latency, high-availability, and performant applications
• Collaborates with UX/UI designers to implement design into the code
• Integrates user-facing elements with server-side logic
• Participates in code reviews to ensure code quality and distribute knowledge
• Designs coding methods and software architectures that support test automation.
• Conducts software design review of junior developer and provides guidance and best practices in software design.

Job Requirements/Qualifications:

• Proven experience with software design and integration of component applications, modular software development, back-end database design
• Good knowledge of Python frameworks such as Flask, Django, CherryPy, etc.
• Familiarity with front-end technologies, such as JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3
• Prior experience (5 years) as a Backend Engineer, Backend Developer, or similar role, with a track record of designing and implementing complex backend systems.
• Should acquire a Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Should have been Experienced in Agile development methodologies (e.g., Scrum, Kanban) and working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Contributions to open-source projects or active participation in developer communities.
• Should be proficient in backend programming languages such as Python, Node.js, Java, or Ruby, with a deep understanding of server-side development frameworks (e.g., Django, Flask, Express).
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB), including database design, querying, and optimization.
• The candidate should possess a Strong understanding of RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, and asynchronous messaging patterns (e.g., RabbitMQ, Kafka).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms and services (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.

They need a highly experienced software engineer and full stack developer with strong skills in Python and Flask that brings deep expertise in software design and architecture. This person will guide the Clearinghouse development team by leading design reviews and writing hands-on reference code that others can follow. Some tips below that id love if we can screen for prior to submittal!