Python backend developer

Chicoutimi, Quebec, Canada |

• August 4, 2025

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Are you a performance optimization fanatic and Python has no more secrets for you? We need your talents! As a backend developer at Mapgears, your role will be to develop, test and improve the functionality of our web mapping products.

Since we are a small team, your expertise and your vision will be essential to the development of the company, and you will have a real impact on the quality of the products.

Ready to take up the challenge and join a close-knit, dynamic and slightly geeky team?

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Job Responsibilities

• At least 1 year of Python development experience
• At least 1 year of SQL experience (PostgreSQL preferred)
• Communication API development experience in a web environment
• Experience with Git
• Experience with Linux operating systems (Ubuntu, an asset)
• French/English bilingualism spoken and written
• An ability to effectively manage time and deadlines independently
• An ability to think outside the box and try new things
• An interest in self-training on the latest technologies in computer science and geomatics
• An ability to work in a team and to communicate effectively and with respect

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of the Pyramid framework for Python
• Knowledge of SQL Alchemy
• Experience with OSGeo Foundation tools: MapServer, OpenLayers, MapCache, PostgreSQL/PostGIS, GDAL
• Knowledge of systems administration
• Knowledge of the Jinja2 templating engine
• Knowledge of Javascript (JQuery and Bootstrap)

Benefits:

• Salary/benefits competitive and commensurate with experience
• Possibility of remote work
• The option of integrating a worker-shareholder cooperative (CTA)

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