Server Developer Contractor (Python and Django)

Push Interactions. Inc.; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Server Developer where you will leverage your Python and Django expertise to create and maintain mission-critical server software. This exciting role involves delivering backend services for mobile applications and building sophisticated web applications. You'll work in a collaborative environment, mentoring fellow developers and contributing to project planning while ensuring high-quality deliverables. If you're passionate about software development and eager to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you to grow and thrive in a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Performance based rewards and recognition

Regular team events and parties

Casual dress

On-site parking

Qualifications

• 3+ years of development experience with strong Python and intermediate Django skills.
• Ability to craft API specifications and collaborate with teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Deliver backend services for mobile applications and build secure web applications.
• Mentor developers, assist in project planning, and drive team deadlines.

Skills

Python

Django

API Development

Git

Agile Development

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Google App Engine

Job description

Server Developer Contractor (Python and Django)

Description

Push Interactions is seeking a skilled and experienced Server developer to join our team. We are looking for people who have a passion for delivering top-quality work on mission critical software. As a Server Engineer, you will be responsible for creating and maintaining server software code mainly in Python and Django but other platforms are used depending on the needs of the project.

The work for this job is in person at our Saskatoon office. So relocation may be required before starting work.

You must have the ability to legally work in Canada.

This job is a contract position for a set number of months.

Responsibilities

Your job will be to deliver backend services to power our mobile applications as well as build sophisticated secure Web Applications for clients typically in the form of large Web Apps with large databases. You will also be looked upon to assist in other tasks such as mentoring other developers, assisting in planning and estimating projects, contributing ideas to improve our processes, and helping drive the team to hit deadlines – all while helping to deliver a quality application and experience to our clients.

Typical daily tasks may include:

1. Creating a new or updating an existing web application
2. Developing a new service for an app to consume
3. Performing code reviews
4. Estimating on upcoming projects
5. Giving input on architecture for an API
6. Helping another developer solve a problem

Required Skills

1. 3+ years of development experience
2. Strong Python skills
3. Intermediate Django skills
4. Ability to craft new API specifications and develop to provided specifications
5. Drive to build and maintain quality software that is mission critical to our clients.
6. Ability to collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team
7. Initiative to deliver working software quickly and effectively
8. Enthusiasm to work in an iterative agile development process
9. Ability to think about long term maintenance when creating or maintaining software
10. Experience with Git
11. Ability to stay up-to-date with industry trends and advancements in relevant server development technology

Education

1. Bachelor's Degree or higher (preferred)

Bonus Skills

1. Experience with Google App Engine
2. Experience developing web services and APIs for mobile apps to consume

Benefits

1. Competitive salaries
2. Performance based rewards and recognition
3. Regular team events and parties
4. A team filled with enthusiastic developers
5. Casual dress
6. On-site parking

Day Range

Monday to Friday

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