Back End Engineer - Python

We're R5 Labs, the tech company behind Edgemony and Product Heroes! We're looking for a talented Back End Engineer skilled in Python to join our remote team and help major American fintech companies bring their products to life. This is a pivotal role where you'll make a real impact.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain backend Python applications using frameworks like Django or Flask.
• Work with PostgreSQL to create efficient and performant database interactions.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
• Implement unit and integration tests for code coverage and quality assurance.
• Collaborate with front-end developers to ensure seamless integration between backend services and the user interface.
• Monitor and troubleshoot backend systems to identify and resolve issues proactively.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in Python, web development, and database technologies.

Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience as a Backend Python Engineer.
• Strong proficiency in Python and object-oriented programming principles.
• Experience with PostgreSQL, including query optimization and database design.
• Familiarity with web development concepts like HTTP, REST APIs, and JSON.
• Experience with testing frameworks like pytest or unittest.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects.
• Passion for building high-quality software and learning new technologies.

Bonus points:

• Experience with Digital Ocean as a Cloud Provider.
• Basic knowledge of Apache Airflow for workflow automation.
• Experience with containerization technologies like Docker.
• Experience with asynchronous programming tools like Celery or asyncio.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automation tools like Jenkins or GitLab CI.

• RAL: €35.000 - €40.000
• Full remote work, allowing you to choose your work environment.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact by contributing to a high-impact project.
• Collaborative and innovative team culture that values your expertise.
• Professional growth and development opportunities within R5 Labs EU.