Senior Python Software Developer

Job Overview:

As a Team Lead, I am looking for an experienced Senior Python Software Developer with 5-10 years of hands-on experience to join our team. This role is perfect for someone who is not only proficient in developing high-quality web applications but also experienced in leading teams, managing the full software development lifecycle, and driving architectural decisions. You will collaborate closely with the design, backend, and mobile teams to ensure our products are innovative, scalable, and meet the highest standards of quality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the Development Lifecycle: Oversee and manage the entire web application development process from concept through to post-launch support. Guide the team to ensure timely delivery of high-quality features, with a strong focus on performance and security.
• Architectural Leadership: Lead the design and implementation of both frontend and backend architectures. Make critical decisions on database design, API structures, and overall system architecture. Ensure scalability and maintainability of solutions.
• Team Leadership and Mentorship: Mentor and guide a team of developers, fostering an environment of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. Provide technical direction, review code, and encourage the adoption of best practices.
• Collaboration Across Teams: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product management, design, and mobile development, to deliver seamless, integrated applications. Oversee the integration of front-end UI/UX with backend systems and APIs.
• Backend Development: Lead the development of robust, high-performance backend systems using Python (with Django, Flask,etc.), ensuring efficient, scalable code and optimal use of resources.
• Frontend Development: Manage the development of user-friendly, responsive web interfaces using Angular, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and modern JS libraries.
• Database Design and Optimization: Oversee the creation of complex database structures and ensure they are optimized for performance, scalability, and reliability. Utilize both SQL (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (e.g., MongoDB) databases effectively.
• Code Management & Best Practices: Ensure proper version control practices are followed using GitHub, SVN, or other tools. Conduct code reviews, encourage clean code, and implement best practices across the team.
• Agile Methodology: Take ownership of the team's use of Agile practices. Manage sprints, track progress using tools like Jira and Trello, and ensure high collaboration within the team.
• Testing and Quality Assurance: Lead efforts to implement automated testing frameworks, continuous integration, and high-quality debugging practices to ensure the delivery of error-free applications.
• Performance and Security Optimization: Proactively identify bottlenecks, vulnerabilities, and other performance-related issues. Ensure applications are secure, performant, and meet compliance standards.
• Documentation & Knowledge Sharing: Ensure the team maintains clear, comprehensive documentation for all development processes, architecture, and standard components. Encourage knowledge sharing and technical growth within the team.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Education: BTech/MTech in Computer Science, BCA/MCA, or equivalent degree.
• Experience: 5-10 years of experience in web application development, with at least 2-3 years in a leadership or senior developer role.
• Backend Development Expertise: Strong experience in Python development, with hands-on experience in frameworks like Django or Flask.
• Frontend Development Expertise: Proficiency in Angular JS, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, JQuery, and Bootstrap. Experience in integrating front-end code with REST APIs.
• API Design & Integration:Expertise in designing, developing, and integrating RESTful APIs. Ability to lead the team in building scalable and secure APIs.
• Database Design & Optimization:In-depth knowledge of SQL (MySQL, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB, Cassandra) databases, with experience in schema design, optimization, and backup strategies.
• Version Control & Code Management: Expertise in GitHub, SVN, or other version control systems. Proven ability to maintain high standards for code quality and best practices.
• Agile Methodology: Experience working in an Agile environment, leading sprint planning, task estimation, and progress tracking using tools such as Jira, Trello, or similar.
• Leadership Skills: Proven experience in leading and mentoring a development team. Ability to make decisions, manage conflict, and provide constructive feedback to junior developers.
• UI/UX Integration: Ability to work closely with design teams to implement intuitive, responsive, and cross-browser compatible user interfaces.
• Testing & Automation: Strong experience with unit testing, integration testing, and continuous integration tools. Knowledge of testing frameworks like PyTest, Selenium, or Mocha.
• Data Visualization: Experience with visualization frameworks like D3.js, Google Charts, or Highcharts is highly desirable.
• Security & Performance: A deep understanding of web application security principles and performance optimization techniques.

Desired Skills:

• Experience in developing microservices-based architectures.
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
• Familiarity with modern application monitoring tools and strategies.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to overcoming challenges.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time efficiently, and lead a team to meet deadlines.