Sr. Python Developer - TX

Photon; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company in the United States is seeking an experienced Python developer with a strong background in FastAPI and SQLAlchemy. The ideal candidate should have at least 7 years of experience in application development and be able to design and optimize databases. Collaboration and problem-solving skills are essential. Additional knowledge of cloud platforms and container orchestration is a plus. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to innovative projects in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7+ years of experience in application development.
• Proven experience as a Python developer focusing on FastAPI and SQLAlchemy.
• Solid understanding of object-relational mapping (ORM) and SQL.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and maintain applications using FastAPI.
• Design and implement database models and schemas using SQLAlchemy.
• Integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.

Skills

Python development

FastAPI

SQLAlchemy

Object-relational mapping (ORM)

Testing with pytest

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Tools

Oracle

MySQL

MongoDB

Git

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

• Develop, test, and maintain applications using FastAPI.
• Design and implement database models and schemas using SQLAlchemy.
• Integrate user-facing elements developed by front-end developers with server-side logic.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.
• Collaborate with the team to define, design, and ship new features.
• Troubleshoot and debug applications to ensure optimal performance.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code.
• Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality and share knowledge.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies to ensure we are always using the best practices.

Requirements

• Minimum 7+ yeas of experience in application development
• Proven experience as a Python developer, with a strong focus on FastAPI and SQLAlchemy.
• Solid understanding of object-relational mapping (ORM) and SQL.
• Experience with Oracle or MySQL relational databases.
• Strong experience in pytest
• Experience with MongoDB is a big plus
• Familiarity with version control systems, particularly Git.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.

Nice to have

• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure.
• Knowledge of Docker and container orchestration tools like Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.