Senior Backend Engineer (Python)

About the role

As a Senior Backend Engineer at Inspectorio, you will be responsible for working with cross-functional teams including product owners, designers, and quality assurance engineers to conceptualize, develop, and deploy software features that meet customer needs. 

What you'll do

• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance backend services using Python and Django.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including designers, product managers, and other engineers, to deliver high-quality software solutions.
• Architect and implement new features and services that meet business requirements.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code adhering to best practices and industry standards.
• Lead code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and mentor junior developers to enhance the team’s capabilities.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve performance bottlenecks and other backend issues.
• Resolve, and manage customer-reported incidents and requests.
• Stay current with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices, particularly in Python and Django.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability while ensuring security and data protection standards.
• Contribute to the improvement of the development process, including continuous integration and deployment strategies.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in backend development, with a strong emphasis on Python and Django.
• Deep understanding of object-oriented programming, design patterns, and other OOP principles such as SOLID and GRASP.
• Experience with RESTful APIs, API-first approach, and microservices architecture.
• Proficient in working with relational databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, or similar.
• Experience with asynchronous programming and related frameworks like Celery.
• Proficient with version control systems, particularly Git.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and their services.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Great communication skills, in English, both written and verbal.

Benefits

Why it would be awesome to work with us

• 🍹 Unlimited Annual Leave: We prioritize your well-being and trust you to manage your time.
• 🏝️ Flexible Working: Whether from home, a coffee shop, or our global hubs, work where you're most comfortable.
• 💪 Project Ownership: You get to lead  the initiatives you're passionate about, professionally or socially.
• 🌱 Grow with us: We're invested in your personal and professional development.
• 🌎 Global, diverse, and innovative team: Be part of a welcoming community from 30+ countries, where unique perspectives drive innovation.
• 🤝 Feel at home: Work closely with colleagues who value your voice, share our E.A.C.H. values, and help you be the best version of yourself.
• 🎉 Celebrate together: Enjoy remote and hub company and team  events that strengthen our bonds and build a fun culture.

Our Values

• EXCELLENCE: We pursue mastery and craftsmanship. "Good enough" is our enemy. We have a thirst and desire for knowledge. There's always an opportunity to be better.
• AUTONOMY: We act independently when recognizing opportunities for improvement. We seek guidance and clear goals instead of orders. We self-assess the quality and impact of our work.
• COURAGE: We share our opinion, even if it's uncomfortable. We are candid with colleagues. We are willing to experiment and try something new, even if we're not sure it will succeed.
• HUMBLENESS: We crave opportunities to learn from the people around us. We leave our egos outside the office. We focus on listening to other perspectives.