Senior Backend Developer, Python

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Poland.

📋 Description

• Refactor current Python backend applications to facilitate the breakdown of a monolithic architecture into smaller, independent services.

• Identify practical, low-impact modifications that enhance modularity and separation of concerns without unnecessary redesign.

• Ensure application configurations and settings are environment-specific and appropriate for deployment across various environments.

• Develop and maintain robust backend services and APIs in Python with an emphasis on maintainability, reliability, and security.

• Assist in transitioning applications towards containerized and automated deployment models, collaborating closely with DevSecOps and platform engineers.

• Enhance code quality, testing, troubleshooting, and documentation to support safe incremental changes.

• Diagnose and resolve functional, integration, and performance challenges in existing backend services.

• Document implemented modifications and promote strong backend engineering practices within the team.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 7 years of professional experience in backend software development, with a primary focus on Python backend engineering.

• Strong recent hands-on expertise in Python backend development.

• Demonstrated experience in building and maintaining production backend services and APIs.

• Proven track record of working with existing or legacy codebases and conducting incremental refactoring.

• Practical experience in assisting the decomposition of monolithic applications into smaller, independent services.

• Strong comprehension of environment-based configuration, backend architecture, API design, and database design.

• Solid understanding of integration patterns, service boundaries, and sustainable backend design.

• Familiarity with CI/CD practices, Git workflows, code reviews, and Agile/Scrum methodologies.

• Good grasp of secure coding practices and the ability to write maintainable, well-tested code.

• Strong analytical, debugging, communication, and documentation abilities.

• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes for deployments.

• Familiarity with message queues, event-driven architectures, or caching strategies.

• Experience working in cloud or hybrid environments.

• Proficient in spoken and written English.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Flexible working hours and remote work options.

• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.

• Supportive and collaborative team environment.