Backend Python Developer - Entry Level

Emonics LLC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Emonics LLC in Los Angeles is seeking an entry-level Backend Python Developer to design, build, test, and maintain scalable backend applications and RESTful APIs using Python.

You will work with Python, SQL databases, and Git-based workflows, collaborating with frontend, DevOps, QA, and product teams to deliver reliable services. The role emphasizes clean code, testing, and performance improvements in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Python and OOP practices.
• Experience building REST APIs and backend services.
• Strong SQL skills and relational database knowledge.
• Familiar with Git and modern workflows.
• Understanding of HTTP, JSON, API authentication, and web architecture.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend applications and RESTful APIs.
• 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 engineering best practices.
• Use Git/GitHub/GitLab for version control and collaborative development.

Skills

Python

OOP

REST APIs

SQL

Database design

Git workflows

API authentication

Tools

Git

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.