Software Engineer (Python)

Who we are looking for:

The ACV Marketplace is growing! We are looking for software engineers that will help build new digital capabilities that allow our customers to make informed decisions when trading on our platform.

As a Software Engineer at ACV Auctions you will develop, write, and modify code. You will work alongside software and production engineers to build and ship new features that optimize operational efficiency and drive growth.

What you will do:

• Actively and consistently support all efforts to simplify and enhance the customer experience.
• Design, develop, and maintain code for our web-based applications.
• Collaborate with software and production engineers to design scalable services, plan feature roll-out, and ensure high reliability and performance of our products.
• Conduct code reviews, develop high-quality documentation, and build robust test suites for your products.
• Design and build complex systems that can scale rapidly with little maintenance.
• Design and implement effective service/product interfaces.
• Develop complex data models using common patterns like EAV, normal forms, append only, event sourced, or graphs.
• Able to lead and successfully complete software projects without major guidance from a manager/lead.
• Provide technical support for many applications within the technology portfolio.
• Respond to and troubleshoot complex problems quickly, efficiently, and effectively.
• Handle multiple competing priorities in an agile, fast-paced environment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

What you will need:

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, or a related technical discipline or equivalent practical experience.
• 4 years’ programming in Python,
• Preferred experience in second Language: Java , C#, or JavaScript.
• 4 years’ work with continuous integration and build tools.
• Deep knowledge in day-day tools and how they work including deployments, k8s, monitoring systems, and testing tools.
• Highly proficient in version control systems including trunk-based development, multiple release planning, cherry picking, and rebase.
• Proficient in databases (RDB), SQL, and can contribute to table definitions.
• Self-sufficient debugger who can identify and solve complex problems in code.
• Deep understanding of major data structures (arrays, dictionaries, strings).
• Experience with Domain Driven Design.
• Experience with containers and Kubernetes.
• Hands-on experience with Kafka or other event streaming technologies.
• Hands-on with micro-service architecture and restful service.