Senior Python Developer

This is a remote position.

Sr. Python Developer Qualifications

1. Technical Skills:
   

• Strong Python proficiency: The candidate should demonstrate indepth knowledge of Python programming including expertise in Python 3.x syntax and libraries. They should be able to write clean efficient and maintainable Python code.
  

• Relevant web development skills (if applicable): If the role involves web development the candidate should have experience with web frameworks like Django Flask or FastAPI.
  

• Database knowledge and experience: The candidate should show competence in working with databases including SQL and possibly NoSQL databases like PostgreSQL or Redis. Experience with ORM libraries like Django ORM and SQLAlchemy.
  

• Version control proficiency (e.g. Git): The candidate should be adept at using version control systems such as Git to manage code repositories.
  

• Familiarity with testing frameworks and DevOps tools: Look for candidates who are comfortable with testing frameworks like pytest and have experience with DevOps practices including Docker and cloud platforms like AWS.
  

• Familiarity with microservice architecture: The candidate should have experience working with microservice and event driven architecture.
  

2. Experience:
   

• Years of experience as a Python developer: For a Sr. Python developer 5 years of professional experience working with Python and 2 years of experience with Django or FastAPI
  

• Experience with microservice or service architecture will be a plus
  

• A portfolio of relevant projects and contributions: Candidates should provide examples of projects theyve worked on showcasing their role responsibilities and impact. These could be personal projects opensource contributions or workrelated projects.
  

• Domainspecific experience (if required by your industry): Depending on your industry candidates may need expertise in specific domains such as finance healthcare or ecommerce.
  

3. ProblemSolving and Algorithmic Skills:
   

• Ability to solve complex problems and optimize code: Candidates should demonstrate problemsolving skills by explaining how theyve tackled challenging technical issues and optimized code for efficiency.
  

• Demonstrated algorithmic thinking: During interviews or coding assessments evaluate their ability to devise and implement algorithms to solve realworld problems.
  

4. Soft Skills:
   

• Effective communication skills: Assess their ability to articulate technical concepts clearly collaborate with team members and potentially interact with nontechnical stakeholders.
  

• Leadership and mentorship abilities: Look for candidates who can lead and guide a team provide technical leadership and mentor junior developers.
  

• Adaptability to new technologies and project requirements: Ask about their experience in adapting to evolving technologies and changing project needs.
  

5. Software Development Practices:
   

• Understanding of software development methodologies: Evaluate their familiarity with development methodologies like Agile Scrum or others your organization follows.
  

• Familiarity with best practices: Assess their knowledge of best practices such as conducting code reviews implementing continuous integration and maintaining clean code.
  

6. Portfolio and GitHub:
   

• Review their GitHub profile or online portfolio to see their code contributions and opensource projects. Assess the quality quantity and relevance of their work.
  

7. Coding Assessments and Interviews:
   

• Conduct technical interviews coding challenges or pair programming sessions to evaluate their coding skills problemsolving abilities and how well they fit within your team.
  

Benefits

• Remote working and WFH done right
  
• Flexible Work Arrangement
  
• Help with your internet/ equipment if necessary
  
• The opportunity to work within a very keen knowledgeable and dynamic team
  
• Healthcare (HMO)
  
• Leave credits (after successful probation)