Backend Python Developer

Title: Backend Python Developer

*Local to Plano, TX

Description:

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable backend systems using Python and Java

• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs

• Work with SQL and NoSQL databases, including PostgreSQL, MySQL, and Cassandra

• Implement and manage message queuing systems using Kafka

• Containerize applications using Docker and orchestrate with Kubernetes

• Optimize application performance and ensure high availability

• Required Skills

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

• 5+ years of professional software development experience.

• Strong portfolio demonstrating proficiency in multiple programming languages and technologies

• Commitment to writing clean, maintainable, and efficient code

• Technical Skills:

• Strong proficiency in Python and at least one Python web framework (e.g., Django, Flask)

• Programming Languages: Proficiency in Python

• Expertise in SQL and database management (PostgreSQL, MySQL)

• Knowledge of NoSQL databases, particularly Cassandra

• Familiarity with message brokers, especially Apache Kafka

• Proficiency in Linux operating system

• Experience with containerization using Docker

• Understanding of container orchestration with Kubernetes

• Version control with Git

• Software Development: Experience with software development methodologies and best practices.

• Data Structures and Algorithms: Strong understanding and practical application5

• Object-Oriented Design (OOD): Ability to apply OOD principles for flexible and modular software.

• Database Management: Knowledge of SQL and experience with both relational and NoSQL databases.

• Version Control: Proficiency with Git and experience managing complex branching strategies

• Testing and Debugging: Expertise in software testing methodologies and debugging techniques.

• API Development: Experience in designing and implementing RESTful APIs

• DevOps Practices: Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure)

• Experience with test-driven development and automated testing frameworks (e.g., Pytest)

• Experience with Spring Boot framework for Java applications and Java, JavaScript would be must have.