Senior Python Engineer

Charterhouse Middle East; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious global family office in Abu Dhabi is looking for a Senior Python Engineer. This role involves building and maintaining robust server-side applications and APIs. The ideal candidate should have at least 3 years of experience in backend development, proficient in Python, and possess strong database management skills. Collaborating with cross-functional teams is essential to deliver user-centric solutions and contribute to AI-powered application development. This position offers an opportunity to work in an innovative organization and be part of exciting technical projects.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in backend development.
• Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Proficient in server-side languages such as Python.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize backend systems.
• Implement secure authentication and authorization measures.
• Collaborate with front-end developers and DevOps teams.
• Develop and maintain server-side applications and APIs.

Skills

Python

Database management

Problem-solving

Collaboration with teams

Git

CI/CD principles

Agile methodologies

MySQL

MongoDB

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Job Details

• Location: Abu Dhabi
• Salary: Competitive Salary Plus Family Benefits
• Job Type: Permanent
• Discipline: IT & Technology
• Reference: 53617
• Posted: 2 days ago

About the Role

Charterhouse are currently partnered with a prestigious global family office in Abu Dhabi, looking to hire a Senior Python Engineer who will play a pivotal role in building and maintaining robust server-side applications and APIs. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a forward-thinking organization that values innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence.

About You

The Senior Python Engineer will work across the entire web stack, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver user-centric solutions. Responsibilities will include designing and optimizing backend systems, ensuring security, scalability, and seamless integration with front-end applications and third-party services. The role will also contribute to AI-powered application development, working closely with product and AI teams to deliver cutting-edge solutions.

In addition, this role will also be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining server-side applications and APIs that power front-end functionality along with managing and optimizing database structures, write efficient queries, ensure data integrity, as well as security throughout the system. A key part of this role will involve implementing secure authentication, authorization, and encryption measures. This role will collaborate closely with front-end developers and DevOps teams to deliver smooth deployments, troubleshoot and refine backend processes to improve performance, and integrate external services for reliable data exchange.

About You

The successful candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, with at least 3 years of experience in backend development and a solid track record of delivering well-built B2C products. Candidate should be confident in solving complex problems, thinking critically, and explaining technical concepts in a way that non-technical stakeholders can easily understand. Collaboration is key, so the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams is essential. Strong database management skills are expected, and experience using modern tools and technologies to improve efficiency will be highly regarded.

The ideal candidate should be proficient in server-side languages such as Python and familiar with database technologies like MySQL and MongoDB. Experience with version control systems such as Git, CI/CD principles, and Agile methodologies is essential. Exposure to SRE/DevOps practices and AI product development will be considered a plus.