Python Developer

Artifintech; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Artifintech is seeking an experienced Python Developer to design, develop, test, and maintain scalable software applications in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have strong Python coding skills, experience building RESTful APIs and backend services, and a solid understanding of databases, cloud platforms, and modern development practices.

You will design, implement, and optimize Python-based solutions, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to code quality

Qualifications

• Proficient Python 3.x and OO programming concepts.
• Experience building RESTful APIs with Django, Flask, or FastAPI.
• Strong SQL skills; familiarity with PostgreSQL, MySQL, or Oracle.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain Python applications and backend services.
• Build RESTful APIs and backend services using Django, Flask, or FastAPI.
• Write clean, reusable, and well-documented code with robust testing.
• Interact with relational and NoSQL databases and optimize queries.
• Implement authentication, authorization, and security controls.
• Perform unit testing, debugging, and code reviews; support deployment and monitoring.
• Collaborate with QA, DevOps, and business analysts to deliver features.
• Develop automation scripts and integrate third-party APIs.
• Maintain technical documentation and participate in design discussions.

Skills

Python

Django/Flask/FastAPI

REST API design

SQL databases

Git

Linux

PyTest

APIs & security

Cloud platforms

MongoDB

Agile development

Job description

US Citizen, Green Card, H-1B, OPT-EAD, CPT, Other

We are seeking an experienced Python Developer to design, develop, test, and maintain scalable software applications. The ideal candidate will have strong programming skills in Python, experience developing APIs and backend services, and knowledge of databases, cloud platforms, and modern software development practices.

Roles and Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain applications using Python.

Build backend services and RESTful APIs using Django, Flask, or FastAPI.

Write clean, reusable, efficient, and maintainable code.

Integrate applications with relational and NoSQL databases.

Develop and optimize SQL queries and database operations.

Implement authentication, authorization, and application security.

Perform unit testing, debugging, troubleshooting, and code reviews.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including QA, DevOps, and business analysts.

Develop automated scripts and tools to improve operational efficiency.

Integrate third-party APIs and external services.

Use Git for version control and follow Agile development practices.

Support application deployment, monitoring, and production troubleshooting.

Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability.

Maintain technical documentation and participate in design discussions.

Required Technical Skills

Strong programming experience in Python 3.x.

Knowledge of object-oriented programming, data structures, algorithms, and design patterns.

Experience with Django, Flask, or FastAPI.

Hands-on experience developing REST APIs and web services.

Proficiency in SQL and databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, or Oracle.

Knowledge of ORM frameworks such as SQLAlchemy or Django ORM.

Experience with Git, Linux, and development tools.

Familiarity with testing frameworks such as PyTest or unittest.

Understanding of HTTP, JSON, API integration, and web application security.

Knowledge of debugging, logging, and performance optimization.

Preferred Skills

Experience with AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.

Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines.

Experience with Celery, Redis, RabbitMQ, or Kafka.

Familiarity with MongoDB or other NoSQL databases.

Experience with data processing libraries such as Pandas and NumPy.

Exposure to machine learning libraries such as scikit-learn or TensorFlow.

Knowledge of automated testing and deployment practices.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship/ immigration status, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.