Python Developer

AgileEngine, LLC
McLean, VA, United States
1 day ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
4 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Job source

Tech stack

Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) Automation of Tests Software Quality Code Review Databases Continuous Integration Data Structures Relational Databases Software Design Patterns DevOps Django Web Framework Memory Management
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Github Python (Programming Language) PostgreSQL MySQL NoSQL Object-Relational Mapping Object-Oriented Software Development E2e Testing SQL Databases SQLAlchemy Systems Integration System Availability Flask (Web Framework) Concurrency Backend Git Fastapi Pytest Containerization Git Flow Low Latency Front End Software Development Functional Programming Restful APIs Software Version Control Docker Web Api Microservices

Job description

We are looking for a Senior Python Developer to design and build scalable microservices and REST APIs, working closely with Product, DevOps, and Frontend teams., * Architecture & Development: Design, build, and maintain high-performance, scalable microservices and RESTful APIs using Python (e.g., FastAPI, Django, or Flask).

  • Code Quality & Technical Standards: Write clean, readable, maintainable, and well-tested code. Conduct peer code reviews and promote modern Python practices (type hinting, async processing, design patterns).
  • Containerization & CI/CD: Containerize applications using Docker and build/optimize automated CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions for seamless deployment.
  • Database Management: Design schema models, write optimized SQL queries, and work with ORMs (e.g., SQLAlchemy) alongside relational (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL databases.
  • System Integration & Scalability: Integrate third-party APIs and services while ensuring low latency, high availability, and strong security standards.
  • Mentorship & Collaboration: Collaborate with frontend engineers, product managers, and DevOps teams; mentor junior and mid-level engineers to elevate the team’s overall technical capability.

Requirements

The mandatory requirements are 4+ years of backend development with Python, experience building REST APIs and microservices, PostgreSQL and ORM frameworks, testing with Pytest, Git, and an upper-intermediate English level., * 4+ years of professional backend software development experience using Python.

  • Deep understanding of Python core concepts (OOP, functional programming, memory management, async/concurrency, and data structures).
  • API & Microservices: Proven track record of building and deploying production-grade REST APIs and distributed microservices architectures.
  • Databases: Strong proficiency with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL) and ORM frameworks.
  • Testing: Commitment to writing unit, integration, and end-to-end tests using frameworks like Pytest.
  • Version Control: Advanced proficiency with Git and collaborative development workflows (Pull Requests, branching strategies, code reviews).
  • Upper-intermediate English level.

Nice to haves

  • CI/CD & DevOps Tools: Solid hands-on experience with Docker (writing optimized Dockerfiles and Docker Compose).
  • Highly desirable experience setting up and managing GitHub Actions workflows for automated testing and deployment.

Benefits & conditions

  • Competitive compensation: get recognition that reflects your skills and impact, with regular performance and compensation reviews
  • Flexibility: work 100% remotely with flexible hours that support focus, autonomy, and a healthy work rhythm
  • Meaningful, modern projects: build impactful products using modern technologies alongside global teams and leading brands
  • Collaborative culture: join a supportive environment with zero micromanagement where ideas are welcomed and contributions are recognized
  • Well-being & support: access local well-being programs and people-focused support tailored to your location

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