Lead Python Web Engineer

We are seeking a Lead Python Web Engineer to join our remote team. The successful candidate will have a strong background in developing database-driven web applications and high-performance application systems. Your expertise in Python, Docker, Kubernetes, PostgreSQL, and REST will be pivotal in contributing to the development of robust and scalable web solutions. If you are passionate about leveraging your skills to create efficient and reliable web applications, this opportunity is for you.

Responsibilities

Design and develop database-driven web applications and high-performance application systems using Python

Create and maintain RESTful APIs to ensure seamless data communication and integration

Deploy applications to high reliability production environments using Docker and Kubernetes

Collaborate with the development team to ensure efficient and effective application design and architecture

Implement and adhere to best practices in continuous integration, testing methodologies, TDD, and agile development methodologies

Explore and implement modern JS frameworks like React/Redux for Web UI, if required

Contribute to the enhancement of user experience by implementing UX design principles, if applicable

Lead the team of experienced engineers

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of experience in developing database-driven web applications and high-performance application systems

1+ year of relevant leadership experience

Proficiency in RDBMS databases, especially Postgres

Strong development skills in complex Python applications

Experience in building and utilizing RESTful APIs and working with JSON

Proven track record of deploying to high reliability production environments

Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and GIT

Strong object-oriented programming and application design skills

Knowledge of Swagger/OpenAPI 3.0

Experience with continuous integration, testing methodologies, TDD, and agile development methodologies

B2+ English level proficiency

Nice to have

Experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Knowledge of Web UI, including modern JS frameworks (e.g. React/Redux)

Desirable familiarity with UX design principles

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