Senior Python Developer

San Ramon, CA, USA - On-site

ACHNET

San Ramon, CA, USA

Full-time

Senior - Minimum 5 years, Maximum 8 years of relevant experience.

Job Overview

ACHNET is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Python Developer to join our dynamic engineering team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Python development, a passion for building robust and scalable software solutions, and a proven ability to contribute to all phases of the software development lifecycle. This role requires a proactive individual who can work independently and collaboratively, driving technical excellence and innovation within the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-quality, scalable, and efficient Python-based applications and services.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and other engineers, to define and implement new features.
• Write clean, well-documented, and maintainable code following best practices and coding standards.
• Develop and implement robust unit, integration, and end-to-end tests to ensure code quality and application stability.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex technical issues across various environments.
• Contribute to architectural discussions and provide technical leadership to junior developers.
• Optimize application performance and identify areas for improvement.

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Master's degree in a relevant field is a plus.

Must-Have Skills

• Extensive experience with Python and its core libraries.
• Proficiency in at least one major Python web framework (e.g., Django, Flask, FastAPI).
• Strong understanding of database technologies (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB) and ORM frameworks.
• Experience with RESTful API design and development.
• Solid understanding of software development principles, data structures, and algorithms.
• Experience with version control systems, particularly Git.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.

Good-to-Have Skills

• Experience with containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and tools.
• Familiarity with front-end technologies (e.g., JavaScript, React, Angular).
• Experience with microservices architecture.
• Contributions to open-source projects.

Pay Rate/Salary

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Number of Openings

1