Title: Sr. Python Application Developer
Location: Atlanta, GA
Workplace Type: On-Site
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Python Application Developer to design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems and APIs. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Python and Django, with hands-on experience building high-performance GraphQL APIs and optimizing data interactions using PostgreSQL.
You will collaborate closely with frontend developers, DevOps teams, and product stakeholders to deliver robust, scalable applications in a cloud-native environment. Experience with modern frontend frameworks such as React and messaging systems is a plus.
Technologies: Python, Django, GraphQL, SQL, React
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Python and Django
- Build and optimize GraphQL APIs for performance, scalability, and usability
- Design and manage PostgreSQL database schemas, focusing on performance tuning and query optimization
- Implement caching strategies using Redis to improve application performance
- Develop and manage session handling and data persistence mechanisms
- Collaborate with frontend teams (React) to deliver seamless UI/UX integration
- Participate in code reviews, testing, and CI/CD processes
- Troubleshoot and debug complex backend issues in production environments
- Contribute to system architecture decisions and best practices
Primary Skills (Required)
- 6+ years of hands-on backend development using Python
- Strong experience with the Django framework
- Expertise in GraphQL API development, schema design, and query optimization
- Solid experience with PostgreSQL, including indexing, query tuning, and schema design
- Hands-on experience with Redis for caching and session management
- Strong understanding of RESTful services, microservices, and API design principles
Good-to-Have Skills
- Experience with React (component architecture, state management, hooks)
- Familiarity with message queues such as RabbitMQ or similar
- Experience with Docker and containerized application deployment
- Exposure to AWS or other cloud platforms (EC2, RDS, S3, Lambda, etc.)
- Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
Contract Opportunity
Brightwing