Senior Backend Developer (Python)
WFA Digital Insight
The demand for skilled backend developers with expertise in Python and Django continues to rise, with many companies looking to build scalable and efficient digital products. Proxify, a platform dedicated to connecting top developers with exciting opportunities, is now looking for a Senior Backend Developer to join one of their client's teams. With over 1200 successful projects and a network of 5000 talented developers, Proxify has established itself as a trusted partner in the remote job market. As the industry moves towards more cloud-based solutions, having experience with AWS or GCP, as well as Docker or Kubernetes, is highly valued. Before applying, candidates should be prepared to showcase their proficiency in SQL, their ability to work independently, and their experience with CI/CD tools.
Job Description
About the Role
As a Senior Backend Developer at Proxify, you will be working on building and scaling digital products for one of their clients, utilizing your expertise in Python and Django. This role is perfect for someone who is growth-oriented and enjoys working on new ideas to develop exciting products. Your day-to-day will involve collaborating with other team members and stakeholders remotely, designing and implementing low-latency, stable, and performing applications, and ensuring the best practices and conventions are followed.The role is part of a global network of supportive and talented developers interested in remote full-time jobs. Your experience and skills will be valued in a team that prioritizes efficiency, scalability, and performance. Since Proxify's launch, their developers have successfully worked with over 1200 happy clients, showcasing the company's commitment to connecting top talent with the right opportunities.
Being part of Proxify means you will be part of a company that values its members' success, as reflected in their high Glassdoor and Trustpilot ratings. Your work will contribute to the company's mission of helping independent careers fast-track in the right direction, no matter the location.
What You Will Do
- Build libraries and frameworks of reusable efficient code
- Design and implement low-latency, stable, and performing applications
- Collaborate effectively with other team members and stakeholders remotely
- Implement data protection systems
- Design and implement data storage solutions
- Scale cloud infrastructures using Docker or Kubernetes
- Manage cloud infrastructures, specifically AWS or GCP
- Work with minimal supervision
- Communicate well with both technical and non-technical clients
- Follow the best practices and conventions
- Use CI/CD tools for efficient deployment
What We Are Looking For
- 5+ years of experience building products with Python and Django
- High proficiency in SQL
- Experience using databases like PostgreSQL
- Experience scaling cloud infrastructures with Docker or Kubernetes
- Experience managing cloud infrastructures, specifically AWS or GCP
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
- Intermediate-advanced English level
- Relevant experience in CI/CD and related tools
- Time zone: CET (+/- 3 hours)
Nice to Have
- Experience with other programming languages
- Knowledge of additional databases and data storage solutions
- Familiarity with agile development methodologies
Benefits and Perks
- On-time monthly payments with flexible withdrawal options
- Predictable project hours for a harmonious work-life balance
- Up to 24 flex days off per year without losing pay
- Career-accelerating positions at cutting-edge companies
- Exclusive long-term remote positions
- Hand-picked opportunities, personally matched to your skills and interests
- One seamless process for multiple opportunities
- Same pay every month for positions landed through Proxify
- Opportunity to work with a global network of supportive, talented developers
- Chance to contribute to Proxify's mission of connecting top developers with the opportunities they deserve
How to Stand Out
- Showcase your proficiency in SQL and experience with databases like PostgreSQL in your portfolio or resume.
- Highlight your ability to work independently and manage cloud infrastructures.
- Be prepared to discuss your experience with CI/CD tools and Docker or Kubernetes during the interview.
- Practice explaining technical concepts to non-technical clients to demonstrate your communication skills.
- Research Proxify and their mission to understand the company culture and values.
- Prepare examples of low-latency, stable, and performing applications you've designed and implemented in the past.
- Be ready to discuss your experience with agile development methodologies and how you adapt to new technologies and tools.
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