Remote Senior Backend Engineer (Python/Django)

About the Role

Our client, a pioneering tech company specializing in AI-driven solutions, is seeking a highly experienced Remote Senior Backend Engineer with expertise in Python and Django. This position is entirely remote, enabling you to work from any location. You will be a key player in designing, developing, and deploying scalable, high-performance backend systems that power our client's innovative products. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of software architecture, database design, and API development, along with a proven ability to mentor other engineers. As part of a distributed team, you will collaborate closely with frontend developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to deliver robust and efficient solutions.

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge technology in a fully remote capacity, aligning with the innovative spirit often found in the Paarl, Western Cape tech community.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable Python/Django code.
• Develop and implement robust RESTful APIs for consumption by frontend applications and third-party services.
• Architect and optimize database schemas and queries for performance and scalability.
• Collaborate with frontend developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
• Implement security and data protection measures.
• Write comprehensive unit and integration tests.
• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to team members.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing systems.
• Contribute to architectural discussions and technical decision-making.
• Mentor junior backend engineers and promote best practices within the team.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in backend development.
• Strong proficiency in Python and the Django framework.
• Extensive experience designing and developing RESTful APIs.
• Solid understanding of relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and ORMs.
• Experience with asynchronous programming and message queues (e.g., Celery, RabbitMQ) is a plus.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker.
• Proficiency with version control systems (Git).
• Understanding of frontend technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) is beneficial.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a remote team environment.
• Experience contributing to projects aimed at the Paarl, Western Cape region or similar tech hubs is an advantage.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, flexible working hours, and generous opportunities for professional development and training. Embrace the freedom of a 100% remote role, allowing you to work from your preferred location. You will be part of an innovative and collaborative team tackling challenging projects using cutting-edge technology. Enjoy significant career growth potential and the chance to make a tangible impact on groundbreaking products, all while maintaining a connection to the innovative spirit associated with Western Cape tech.