Senior Software Engineer Python/Django

Western Governors University; Ciudad de México; A distancia; MXN 600,000 - 800,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

An innovative online university seeks a skilled engineer to implement features from Open edX and develop reusable X Blocks for internal use. Ideal candidates will have 6+ years of experience in Python and Django, a bachelor's degree in IT or related field, and proficiency in front-end libraries like React. The position is currently remote within Mexico, transitioning to a hybrid model. Join us in transforming online education for students.

Formación

• 6+ years of professional experience in Python and Django, including building enterprise-grade applications.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field (master’s preferred).
• Front-end development experience with JavaScript/TypeScript libraries or frameworks (React preferred).
• Proven leadership in developing and scaling full-stack applications.
• Experience with modern infrastructure technologies, including AWS, Docker, and containerization.
• Expertise in authentication protocols like OAuth 2.0 and SAML.
• Strong relational database experience with MySQL, PostgreSQL, etc.
• Hands-on experience with test automation frameworks such as PY test.
• Need to be able to speak English and maintain a conversation.

Responsabilidades

• Demonstrate leadership and performance principles in alignment with the company mission.
• Engage to create an environment inclusive for diverse individuals.
• Adaptability to turn obstacles into opportunities.

Conocimientos

Python

Django

JavaScript

TypeScript

React

AWS

Docker

OAuth 2.0

MySQL

PostgreSQL

Git

Educación

Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field

Herramientas

Git/GitHub

PY test

Descripción del empleo

If you’re passionate about building a better future for individuals, communities, and our country—and you’re committed to working hard to play your part in building that future—consider WGU as the next step in your career.

Driven by a mission to expand access to higher education through online, competency-based degree programs, WGU is also committed to being a great place to work for a diverse workforce of student-focused professionals. The university has pioneered a new way to learn in the 21st century, one that has received praise from academic, industry, government, and media leaders. Whatever your role, working for WGU gives you a part to play in helping students graduate, creating a better tomorrow for themselves and their families.

About the Team and Project

This engineering team specializes in implementing open-source software, with a focus on Open edX. Open edX serves as a learning management system, content management platform, course authoring tool, and more. Our team’s goal is to implement the latest features from Open edX and develop reusable X Blocks for WGU’s internal use. We are seeking highly skilled engineers interested in advancing innovation in online education

Core Responsibilities

• Demonstrate both leadership and performance principles in alignment with our company mission.
• Engage respectfully to create an environment inclusive for diverse individuals and perspectives.
• Adaptability to turn obstacles into opportunities, embracing unforeseen circumstances or changing priorities.

Experience: Technical Qualifications

• 6+ years of professional experience in Python and Django, including building enterprise-grade applications.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field (master’s preferred).
• Front-end development experience with JavaScript/TypeScript libraries or frameworks (React preferred) for building dynamic and responsive web interfaces
• Proven leadership in developing and scaling full-stack applications.
• Experience with modern infrastructure technologies, including AWS, Docker, and containerization.
• Expertise in authentication protocols like OAuth 2.0 and SAML, and experience in server-to-server integrations.
• Strong relational database experience with MySQL, PostgreSQL, etc.
• Hands-on experience with test automation frameworks such as PY test.
• Need to be able to speak English and maintain a conversation.

Expertise

• Proficiency in Git/GitHub, pipenv, and related development tools.
• Experience integrating third-party platforms and building custom API endpoints.
• Familiarity with open-source platforms like Open edX.

Location

This role is currently remote within México; the position will shift to a hybrid model once our Guadalajara office opens.

• As an equal opportunity employer, we recognize our strength lies in our people and commit to creating an inclusive environment where all can thrive, regardless of race, age, gender orientation, sexual orientation, religion, or disability.

On-call and Ownership

• This role includes participation in a rotating on-call schedule shared among team members to ensure support coverage outside regular hours. Rotation may be required depending on team needs. We value the “you build it, you own it” principle — on-call participation reflects our commitment to ownership, accountability, and reliability.

Job Description Disclaimer

• This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements, and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position; however, management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Learn more about our WGU Mexico Team by clicking here.