Job Description
A Senior Software Engineer specializing in Python and Django, responsible for developing and maintaining energy industry software solutions within a collaborative, agile environment that leverages AWS and modern deployment practices.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain server-side applications using Python, Django, Django-REST-framework, and GraphQL Graphene.
- Implement features and optimize energy systems within the company's platform.
- Participate in continuous deployment processes using AWS, CircleCI, and related tools.
- Monitor and measure application performance using Sentry and Cloudwatch.
- Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams including engineers, UX experts, and designers to deliver scalable solutions.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Senior Software Engineer with a focus on Python development, with a strong emphasis on Django, Django-REST-framework, and GraphQL Graphene, demonstrating the ability to build and maintain server-side applications.
- Extensive experience in developing, deploying, and maintaining web applications using Python and Django, including familiarity with Django's ecosystem and best practices.
- Experience working within a continuous deployment pipeline utilizing AWS services, including deploying Django applications and performing ELB health checks.
- Ability to write clean, efficient, and well-documented code adhering to coding conventions, with open-source contributions being a plus.
- Experience working in a multi-disciplinary engineering team of around 800 people, collaborating with server-side, client-side, and mobile engineers, UX experts, copywriters, and designers.
- Familiarity with using tools such as GitHub, CircleCI, Google Docs, and Asana for version control, continuous integration, project management, and work specification.
- Experience with performance measurement and monitoring tools such as Sentry and CloudWatch in a production environment.
- Strong understanding of server-side development best practices, including health checks, continuous delivery, and infrastructure automation.
- Ability to work in an environment following a Kanban-like approach, managing work effectively using specified tools.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team to deliver high-quality software solutions.
- A minimum of 3+ years of professional experience in software development, specifically with Python and Django frameworks.
- Educational background in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Commitment to inclusive hiring practices and willingness to adapt interview processes to accommodate specific needs, as indicated by the company's inclusion policies.
Benefits & Perks
Competitive salary range (not specified)
Work environment with flexible accommodations and inclusivity
Opportunities for learning and skill development by working with talented engineers
Recognition as a Great Place to Work in multiple countries
Positive company culture emphasizing honesty and empathy
Use of modern tools and technologies such as AWS, Django, CircleCI, Sentry, and Cloudwatch
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