Lead Python Engineer

N-iX is looking for experienced Lead Python Engineer to join our team.
 

About the project:
The project is dedicated to building an AI-driven solution for transforming paper documents (tax services domain) into a digital form using Microsoft’s IDP service.

Responsibilities:
● Build robust and scalable software using Python
● Design and implement low-latency, high-availability, and performant applications
● Refactor and review code
● Lead the development team in their everyday activities
● Design tests for automated build and test pipelines
● Solve complex performance problems and architectural challenges
● Work closely with stakeholders on the architecture of the application and requirements clarification
● Collaborate with the product and design teams to understand end-user requirements, formulate use cases, and translate them into a pragmatic and effective technical solution
 

Requirements:
● 6+ years of commercial experience with Python development
● Deep understanding of software engineering best practices
● Solid knowledge of FastAPI, SqlAlchemy, Pydantic, Poetry, asyncio, Azure SDK, DIContainers
● Familiarity and preferably expertise with Azure: AKS, Message Bus, Azure Functions
● Clear understanding of Agile/Scrum methodology
● Upper-Intermediate level of English
 

Nice to have:
• Experience with Document intelligence
• Experience with AI OCR capabilities (Deepseek OCR)
• Experience with prompt optimization
 

We offer*:

• Flexible working format - remote, office-based or flexible
• A competitive salary and good compensation package
• Personalized career growth
• Professional development tools (mentorship program, tech talks and trainings, centers of excellence, and more)
• Active tech communities with regular knowledge sharing
• Education reimbursement
• Memorable anniversary presents
• Corporate events and team buildings
• Other location-specific benefits

*not applicable for freelancers