Python Developer

Compunnel Inc.; Montreal; On-site; CAD 96,432 - 103,320; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Information Technology is seeking a Mid-Senior Python Developer to design and implement high-performing RESTful APIs. The role involves collaborating with teams, optimizing performance, and mentoring junior developers. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in Python and API design principles.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional Python development experience.
• Strong experience with FastAPI or similar frameworks.
• Expertise in asynchronous programming with Python.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable RESTful APIs using FastAPI.
• Write clean, efficient Python code and maintain documentation.
• Mentor junior developers and review code.

Skills

Python development

FastAPI

REST API design

Asynchronous programming

SQL databases

API security best practices

Docker

Unit and integration testing

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Adaptability

Job description

This range is provided by Compunnel Inc. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$70.00/hr - $75.00/hr

Core responsibilities:

1. Design and implement scalable, maintainable, and high-performing RESTful APIs using FastAPI, SQLModel, and Redis.
2. Write clean, efficient, and maintainable Python code.
3. Develop and maintain documentation.
4. Design and optimize database schemas and queries.
5. Create and maintain automated test suites.
6. Monitor and optimize API performance.
7. Implement caching strategies and rate limiting.
8. Collaborate with front-end team to ensure smooth API integration.
9. Assist in implementing workflows for detecting, archiving, and purging stale data based on retention policies.
10. Ensure proper logging and auditing of data lifecycle processes.
11. Mentor junior developers and review code.
12. Collaborate with the system architect to refine API logic, enhance query performance, and implement caching strategies.

Required skills:

• 5+ years of professional Python development experience.
• Strong experience with FastAPI or similar frameworks (e.g., Flask, Django REST).
• Deep understanding of REST API design principles.
• Expertise in asynchronous programming with Python.
• Solid experience with SQL databases (PostgreSQL preferred).
• Strong knowledge of API security best practices.
• Experience with Docker and containerized environments like OpenShift/Kubernetes.
• Proficiency in writing unit and integration tests; familiarity with event-driven architecture and tools like Kafka.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in agile environments.
• Adaptability and eagerness to learn new tools and technologies.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Information Technology