Senior Python Engineer

Role Description

We are seeking a talented and experienced Backend Engineer to join our engineering team. You will be instrumental in designing, developing, and maintaining the robust and scalable backend systems that power our cutting-edge marketing technologies, including the WPP Open AI platform. If you have a passion for building high-performance APIs, working with large datasets, and contributing to the future of AdTech, we want to hear from you.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of professional experience in backend software development.
• Strong proficiency in Python.
• Extensive experience designing and building RESTful APIs.
• Solid understanding of database systems.
• Experience with cloud platforms GCP and developing cloud-native applications.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker).
• Knowledge of message queues/event streaming platforms (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ, SQS/SNS) is highly desirable.
• Experience with microservices architecture and distributed system design.
• Proficiency with version control systems, particularly Git.
• Strong problem-solving skills, analytical thinking, and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively within cross-functional teams.

Requirements

• Design, develop, and implement high-performance, scalable, and resilient backend services and APIs (REST, gRPC) that support our various data products and AI platforms.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code in Python using best practices and appropriate design patterns.
• Collaborate with architects and senior engineers to define system architecture, data models, and integration strategies.
• Integrate with internal and external data sources, AI/ML services, and third-party APIs relevant to the AdTech ecosystem.
• Optimize existing backend services for maximum speed, scalability, and stability, handling large volumes of data and traffic inherent in the AdTech domain.
• Implement robust monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions to proactively identify and address system issues.
• Participate in performance tuning, troubleshooting, and debugging of complex backend systems.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of our deployment processes, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud infrastructure interactions.
• Conduct thorough code reviews, ensuring adherence to coding standards, security best practices, and architectural guidelines.
• Develop comprehensive unit, integration, and end-to-end tests to guarantee the quality and reliability of backend components.
• Contribute to technical documentation, including API specifications, architectural diagrams, and system runbooks.
• Actively participate in the agile development process, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.

Benefits

• Empowering Projects: With 500+ clients spanning diverse industries and domains, we provide an exciting opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking projects that leverage cutting-edge technologies.
• Empowering Growth: We foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development, providing timely and comprehensive assistance through our dedicated Learning & Development team.
• DE&I Matters: We deeply value and embrace diversity, providing equal opportunities for all individuals and fostering an inclusive work environment.
• Career Development: Our corporate culture emphasizes career development, offering abundant opportunities for growth and regular interactions with our teams.
• Comprehensive Benefits: We provide a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes the overall well-being of our consultants.
• Flexible Opportunities: We prioritize work-life balance by offering flexible opportunities tailored to your lifestyle, including relocation and rotation options.