Senior Python Backend Engineer

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🕒 February 20

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Workana

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51 - 200 employees

Founded 2012

👥 HR Tech

🏪 Marketplace

🎯 Recruiter

💰 Series C on 2024-02

HR Tech • Marketplace • Recruitment

Workana is a leading platform in Latin America that connects businesses with remote talent across various disciplines. With over a decade in the market, Workana specializes in providing businesses with pre-selected and certified developers and freelancers for specific time periods or project-based tasks. The platform supports hiring in diverse fields such as IT & Programming, Design & Multimedia, Writing & Translation, and more, offering payment flexibility in local currencies or USD. Workana ensures satisfaction with protected payments and a satisfaction guarantee, aiming to grow businesses quickly and sustainably by leveraging the best remote talent available.

📋 Description

• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance backend services using Python frameworks like Django and Flask. • Collaborate with front-end engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders to define and implement RESTful APIs and microservices architecture. • Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability while ensuring security and data protection. • Conduct code reviews and implement best practices to maintain high code quality and documentation standards. • Troubleshoot and debug production issues, providing timely resolutions and continuous improvements. • Participate in agile development methodologies, contributing to sprint planning, retrospectives, and team meetings. • Mentor junior engineers, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous learning within the team.

🎯 Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in backend development with a strong focus on Python. • Proficiency in Django and Flask frameworks, with a solid understanding of RESTful API design. • Experience with SQL databases and NoSQL technologies, ensuring efficient data management and retrieval. • Familiarity with cloud platforms such as Docker/Kubernetes and AWS, enabling seamless deployment and scalability of applications. • Strong understanding of microservices architecture and its implementation in modern applications. • Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote setting. • **Nice to Have:** • Experience with FastAPI for building APIs and web applications rapidly. • Knowledge of Azure or other cloud platforms to enhance deployment capabilities. • Familiarity with CI/CD practices and tools for continuous integration and delivery. • Understanding of containerization and orchestration technologies beyond Docker/Kubernetes. • Previous experience mentoring or leading teams in a software development context.

🏖️ Benefits

• Flexible remote work options, allowing you to balance personal and professional life effectively. • Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses, recognizing your contributions to the team. • Collaborative and inclusive work culture that values diverse perspectives and innovative ideas.