Backend Python Developer – Entry Level

Emonics LLC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Emonics LLC is seeking an Entry Level Backend Python Developer to join our engineering team. You will design, develop, test, and maintain scalable backend applications and RESTful APIs using Python in Los Angeles.

Responsibilities include building APIs, integrating external services, writing clean code, and ensuring performance and reliability. You will collaborate with frontend, DevOps, QA, and product teams and participate in code reviews to uphold engineering best practices.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in Python and object-oriented programming.
• Experience developing REST APIs and backend services.
• Strong knowledge of SQL and relational databases.
• Familiarity with Git workflows (GitHub/GitLab).
• Ability to write clean, well-documented code.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend applications using Python.
• Build and maintain RESTful APIs and backend services.
• Integrate third-party APIs and external services.
• Write clean, reusable, maintainable code and contribute to tests.
• Develop unit and integration tests; troubleshoot production issues.
• Optimize performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Collaborate with frontend, DevOps, QA, and product teams.
• Participate in code reviews and engineering best practices.
• Use Git for version control and collaboration.

Skills

Python

REST APIs

SQL

OOP

Git

HTTP/JSON

Problem-solving

Communication

Web app architecture

Tools

GitHub

GitLab

Job description

We are looking for a skilled Entry Level Backend Python Developer to join our engineering team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining scalable backend applications and RESTful APIs using Python.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend applications using Python.
• Build and maintain RESTful APIs and backend services.
• Integrate third-party APIs and external services.
• Write clean, reusable, maintainable, and well-documented code.
• Develop unit and integration tests and troubleshoot production issues.
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Collaborate with frontend, DevOps, QA, and product teams.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to engineering best practices.
• Use Git/GitHub/GitLab for version control and collaborative development.

Required Skills

• Strong proficiency in Python.
• Good understanding of object-oriented programming and Python best practices.
• Experience developing REST APIs and backend services.
• Strong knowledge of SQL and relational databases.
• Understanding of database design, indexing, and query optimization.
• Familiarity with Git and software development workflows.
• Understanding of HTTP, JSON, API authentication, and web application architecture.
• Good debugging, problem-solving, and communication skills.