WEQ Technologies - Senior Python Developer - Django/Flask (8-10 yrs)

Key Responsibilities :

- Software Development Leadership : Design, develop, test, and deploy high-quality Python applications, ensuring adherence to best practices and architectural standards.

- Cross-functional Collaboration : Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and other engineers, to gather project requirements and deliver robust, integrated software solutions.

- Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) : Apply strong OOP principles and design patterns to develop and implement scalable and maintainable software.

- Performance Optimization : Proactively identify and optimize the performance and scalability of existing applications, ensuring efficiency and responsiveness.

- Web Application Development : Build and maintain scalable web applications using popular Python frameworks such as Django or Flask.

- API Development & Integration : Develop and integrate robust RESTful APIs to facilitate seamless communication with front-end applications and other services.

- Front-End Optimization : Ensure cross-platform compatibility and optimize front-end performance for web applications.

- Database Management : Interact proficiently with various database systems, including MySQL, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB.

- ORM Utilization : Utilize Object-Relational Mapping (ORM) tools like SQLAlchemy for efficient and reliable data handling and manipulation.

- Schema Design : Design and maintain optimized database schemas to ensure data integrity, performance, and scalability.

- Testing & Quality Assurance : Write and maintain comprehensive unit tests to ensure high-quality, bug-free code.

- Code Review & Best Practices : Conduct regular code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and enforce best coding practices within the team.

- Bug Fixing & Stability : Identify and fix bugs promptly, ensuring code stability and reliability throughout the development lifecycle.

- Technical Leadership & Mentoring : Guide and mentor junior developers, fostering their growth and ensuring adherence to technical standards.

- Project Oversight : Act as a technical lead, overseeing project execution from a development perspective and ensuring successful delivery.

- Team Planning & Input : Actively participate in team planning sessions, providing valuable technical input to improve project outcomes and strategies.

- Documentation : Maintain clear, concise, and comprehensive documentation for code, processes, and APIs.

- Version Control : Ensure proper version control using Git for collaborative development and code management.

Qualifications :

- 7+ years of professional experience in Python development.

- Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and industry best practices.

- Expertise in web development frameworks such as Django or Flask.

- Proficiency in interacting with various database systems, including MySQL, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB.

- Experience with Object-Relational Mapping (ORM) tools like SQLAlchemy.

- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

- Ability to work independently, take initiative, and effectively lead a team.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of clear and effective interaction with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

- Experience with Agile and Scrum methodologies.

- Proficient in version control using Git.

- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field