Job Description

Job Title: Python Backend Developer

Work Location: Houston, TX

Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled Python Web Developer to manage the exchange of data between the server and users. Your main responsibility will be developing server-side logic to ensure high performance and responsiveness to requests from the front end. You will also collaborate with front-end developers to integrate their elements seamlessly into the application, so a basic understanding of front-end technologies is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Write reusable, efficient, and testable code.
• Design and develop applications with low latency, high availability, and strong performance.
• Integrate front-end components developed by co-workers with server-side logic.
• Implement security measures and data protection strategies.
• Integrate data storage solutions, including databases, key-value stores, or blob stores.
• Collaborate with development teams to identify application requirements.
• Develop scalable code using the Python programming language.
• Perform application testing and resolve bugs.
• Build and maintain back-end components.
• Implement server-side logic to integrate with front-end elements.
• Analyze and prioritize customer feature requests.
• Integrate various data storage solutions.
• Design and develop high-performance, low-latency applications.
• Work closely with front-end developers to ensure seamless integration.
• Enhance the functionality of existing databases.
• Develop digital tools to monitor and track online user activity.
   

Skills and Qualifications:

• Expertise in Python, with experience in at least one web framework (e.g., Django, Flask).
• Familiarity with ORM (Object-Relational Mapping) libraries.
• Ability to integrate multiple data sources and databases into a unified system.
• Knowledge of Python's threading limitations and multi-process architecture.
• Proficiency in server-side templating languages (e.g., Jinja2, Mako).
• Basic understanding of front-end technologies, including JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3.
• Familiarity with accessibility and security compliance, depending on project needs.
• Knowledge of user authentication and authorization across various systems and environments.
• Strong understanding of scalable application design principles.
• Experience with event-driven programming in Python.
• Understanding of platform-specific differences, such as mobile vs. desktop, and optimizing for each.
• Ability to design and create database schemas that support business processes.
• Strong skills in unit testing and debugging.
• Proficiency in version control tools (e.g., Git, Mercurial, SVN).
   

Preferred Experience:

• Expertise in server-side programming languages such as Python, Java, PHP, or Ruby.
• Experience working with back-end frameworks like Django, Flask, Spring, or Laravel.
• Proficient in databases and SQL (Structured Query Language).
• Solid understanding of RESTful APIs and web services.
• Familiarity with version control tools such as Git.
• Knowledge of server-side CSS preprocessors like SASS or LESS.
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure.
• Understanding of caching strategies and techniques for performance optimization.
• Knowledge of security principles and best practices for securing web applications.
• Experience working in Linux/Unix environments and using command-line tools.
• Familiarity with testing frameworks and writing unit tests.
• Proficiency in handling data formats such as JSON and XML.
• Knowledgeable in web application architecture and server deployment processes.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging capabilities.
• Thorough understanding of software development methodologies and practices.

Benefits:

• Opportunities for career growth and advancement.
• Opportunities to level up their career in a specified field as a back-end developer.
• Competitive compensation for Python developers.
• Comprehensive medical insurance.
• Proactive support and guidance.
• Performance-based incentives.