Python Backend Developer

The contract is for 6 months, yet there is a huge potential to be converted to an internal hire based on performance, passion & commitment. The contract is not tied to any specific project; thus, if the candidate proves he/she is a right fit, then they will be provided with the opportunity to join as an internal hire by the end of the contract.

 

Possibility to convert into an internal hire based on performance, passion & commitment.

 

Values:

 

  • Lifelong learning with continuous reflection.
  • Independent thinking through a meritocracy of ideas.
  • The team is more important than the individual
  • Being the best in any market we enter.
  • Hiring and keeping only the most effective people.
  • Others must benefit from our existence.

 

Job Description

 

We are looking for a superstar experienced Back-end developer to join our Tech team. You will be responsible for the server side of our applications with the potential of also participating in setting the right Infrastructure and developing the needed tools for our Analytics.

If you have excellent programming skills, strong problem-solving skills and a passion for

developing/improving applications utilizing cutting edge technologies, then we would like to meet you.

 

Responsibilities

 

  • Gather and address technical and design requirements.
  • Implement new features requested by our business and trading team.
  • Refactor existing applications to optimize its performance through setting the appropriate architecture and integrating the best practices and standards.
  • Participate in the entire application lifecycle mainly focusing on coding, debugging and testing.
  • Troubleshoot and debug applications.

 

Requirements

 

  • BSc degree in Computer Science/Computer Engineering. Masters is a plus.
  • Strong in-depth understanding of the entire web development process (design, development, and deployment)
  • Strong competencies in algorithms and software architecture.
  • 3+ years of experience as a Python Back-end developer.
  • 4+ years of work experience in Python coding language.
  • 3+ years of experience in developing REST APIs.
  • Strong experience in Relational Databases (MySQL, SQL Server or PostgreSQL).
  • Experience in non-relational databases (Mongo DB, Cassandra) is a big plus.
  • Experience using AWS cloud and its resources/services is a big plus.
  • Previous experience in automated testing including unit testing & UI testing.
  • Strong knowledge in Continuous Integration & Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) utilizing Docker containers.
  • Familiarity with front-end languages (e.g. HTML, JavaScript, and CSS).
  • Excellent analytical, time management and teamwork skills.

 

Job Location

 

It can be remotely with periodic travel to Dubai.