Senior Python

Description

Our client's site is an Airbnb-like social platform for people around the world who are choosing to live together. It has 5+ million active listings in different countries all over the world and 3 million active users every month. The client is tech-savvy and very nice to work with, willing to apply modern best practices, and open to suggestions. At ​this point, we need someone to support the current solution ​- minor ​feature development, library updates, and fixes.

The Flask (Python) Developer will be responsible for maintaining the web applications using the Flask framework. The ideal candidate will have experience in Python, Flask, and SQL databases. Success in this position will be demonstrated by delivering high-quality code, meeting project deadlines, and collaborating effectively with the client directly.

Responsibilities:

Develop new features from scratch

Maintain Flask-based web application

Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code

Troubleshoot and debug issues

Optimize application performance and scalability

Implement security measures to protect against potential threats

If possible, work mostly evenings (for example, starting at 13:00 or later Kyiv time), full-time

Requirements:

5+ years of experience

Python (Flask)

RESTful API design principles and hands-on experience

Microservices

Containers/orchestrators

Redis, Kafka, Data analytics

Knowledge of SQL/document DB and database management

Excellent communication and collaboration skills (good verbal English is critically important)

Reliable person with strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Familiarity with front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript

Experience with version control systems such as Git

Ability to write clean, maintainable, and scalable code