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Senior Software Engineer (Python/Django)

Kraken
Melbourne, Australia
Full Time
Posted April 30, 2025
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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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