Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced Senior Backend Developer with a deep understanding of Django internals and more than 8 years of experience in Django development. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of addressing technical debt and possess a solid understanding of frontend technologies. This role will be pivotal in designing and building scalable backend systems, optimizing performance, and ensuring the overall quality of our codebase.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Django.
• Deeply understand and utilize Django internals for optimal performance and scalability.
• Identify and address technical debt, ensuring long-term maintainability and stability of the codebase.
• Collaborate with frontend developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code while adhering to best practices.
• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback and guidance.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to continuously improve our systems.
• Mentor and support junior developers, fostering a collaborative and innovative team environment.

Requirements:

• Experience:
• 8+ years of experience in Django development, with a deep understanding of Django internals.
• Proven experience in addressing and managing technical debt.
• Technical Skills:
• Proficient in Python and Django, with a solid understanding of Django's architecture and best practices.
• Familiarity with frontend technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and frameworks (React, Angular, or Vue.js) is a plus.
• Experience with RESTful API design and development.
• Knowledge of database systems (PostgreSQL, MySQL, etc.) and query optimization.
• Understanding of version control systems, particularly Git.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing.
• Soft Skills:
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to mentor and guide junior team members.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in cloud environments such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Knowledge of containerization technologies like Docker.
• Experience with agile development methodologies.