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Python Developer job description

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February 3, 2020

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Eftychia Karavelaki

Senior Recruitment Manager

Python Developer responsibilities include:

  • Writing effective, scalable code
  • Developing back-end components to improve responsiveness and overall performance
  • Integrating user-facing elements into applications

Job brief

We are looking for a Python Developer to join our engineering team and help us develop and maintain various software products.

Python Developer responsibilities include writing and testing code, debugging programs and integrating applications with third-party web services. To be successful in this role, you should have experience using server-side logic and work well in a team.

Ultimately, you’ll build highly responsive web applications that align with our business needs.

Responsibilities

  • Write effective, scalable code
  • Develop back-end components to improve responsiveness and overall performance
  • Integrate user-facing elements into applications
  • Test and debug programs
  • Improve functionality of existing systems
  • Implement security and data protection solutions
  • Assess and prioritize feature requests
  • Coordinate with internal teams to understand user requirements and provide technical solutions

Requirements and skills

  • Work experience as a Python Developer
  • Expertise in at least one popular Python framework (like Django, Flask or Pyramid)
  • Knowledge of object-relational mapping (ORM)
  • Familiarity with front-end technologies (like JavaScript and HTML5)
  • Team spirit
  • Good problem-solving skills
  • BSc in Computer Science, Engineering or relevant field

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