POSITION SUMMARY

We are looking for a highly skilled Python Backend Developer with 6-12 years of experience with backend development, the candidate will drive projects independently while ensuring high code quality and efficiency. The role requires expertise in Python frameworks (Django, Flask), cloud platforms (AWS), and database management (Snowflake), with a strong emphasis on software best practices, problem-solving, and stakeholder collaboration.

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILL SETS

• 6-12 years of backend development experience with Python
• Understanding of cloud platforms, particularly AWS.
• Proficiency in using Snowflake for database management and optimization.
• Experience working with data-intensive applications.
• Demonstrated ability to build dynamic and static reports using Python libraries such as Pandas, Matplotlib, or Plotly.
• Strong understanding of RESTful APIs and microservices architecture.
• Proficiency with Python frameworks like Django, Flask, or Tornado, including basic skills required to develop and maintain applications using these frameworks.
• Knowledge of both relational and non-relational databases.
• Proficiency with version control systems, especially Git.

Responsibilities

• Backend Development: Design, develop, and maintain scalable and resilient backend services using Python, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
• Data-Intensive Applications: Develop and manage data-intensive applications, ensuring efficient data processing and handling.
• Report Generation: Create dynamic and static reports utilizing common Python libraries (e.g., Pandas, Matplotlib, Plotly) to deliver actionable insights.
• Python Frameworks: Utilize frameworks such as Django, Flask, or Tornado to build and maintain robust backend systems, ensuring best practices in application architecture.
• Cloud Platforms: Deploy and manage applications on cloud development platforms such as AWS and Beacon, leveraging their full capabilities to support our solutions.
• Database Management: Architect, implement, and optimize database solutions using Snowflake to ensure data integrity and performance.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Engage directly with Tech Owners and Business Owners to gather requirements, provide progress updates, and ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Ownership & Initiative: Take full ownership of projects, driving them from conception through to completion with minimal supervision.
• Software Best Practices: Implement and uphold software development best practices, including version control, automated testing, code reviews, and CI/CD pipelines.
• GenAI Tools Utilization: Utilize GenAI tools such as GitHub Copilot to enhance coding efficiency, streamline workflows, and maintain high code quality.
• Problem-Solving: Proactively identify, troubleshoot, and resolve technical issues, ensuring timely delivery of solutions.

GOOD TO HAVE

• Certifications: AWS Certified Developer or similar cloud certifications.
• Industry Experience: Previous experience in the asset management or financial services industry.
• Experience with DevOps practices and tools.
• Knowledge of security best practices in software development.
• Familiarity with Beacon cloud services.
• Experience with GenAI tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot) is a plus.
• Understanding of Agile/Scrum software development methodologies

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree or master’s in computer science, Engineering, Software Engineering or a relevant field