Python Developer

Careerscape is recruiting on behalf of our client, a growing technology-driven company, for an experienced Python Developer to join their engineering team on a full-time, remote basis. This is an opportunity to build production-grade software that powers real business outcomes, working alongside a collaborative team that values clean code, thoughtful design, and continuous learning.

Day to day, you will move between designing backend services, writing and reviewing code, and troubleshooting issues across the stack, so people who thrive in this role enjoy variety and ownership. The ideal candidate is a pragmatic problem solver who is comfortable working independently in a remote setting while staying closely connected to a distributed team through regular collaboration and code review.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs using Python
• Write clean, well-tested, and maintainable code following best practices
• Collaborate with product managers and designers to translate requirements into technical solutions
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to teammates
• Diagnose and resolve performance bottlenecks and production issues
• Integrate third-party services and internal systems through APIs
• Contribute to architecture discussions and technical design decisions
• Write and maintain automated tests to ensure code quality and reliability
• Document technical designs, processes, and system behavior
• Mentor junior developers and support their technical growth

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• 5 or more years of professional experience developing applications in Python
• Strong experience with frameworks such as Django or Flask
• Solid understanding of relational databases and SQL, such as PostgreSQL or MySQL
• Experience building and consuming RESTful APIs
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP
• Proficiency with version control systems, particularly Git
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for a remote work environment

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k retirement plan with company match
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Fully remote work environment with flexible scheduling
• Home office stipend for remote equipment and setup
• Paid parental leave
• Professional development and training reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Life and disability insurance
• Collaborative, growth-oriented team culture

Job Type: Full-Time | Work Type: Remote | Industry: Information Technology | Experience: Mid-Senior