Full stack Python Developer

Full Stack Python Developer

Location: Chicago, IL – 100% onsite

Role Overview

We are looking for a Full Stack Developer. You will build user-friendly web applications using React on the front end and Python on the back end. You’ll work with product and design teams to deliver clean, reliable features end to end.

Key Responsibilities

• Build responsive, accessible UI using React and Vite.
• Work with designers and PMs to turn Figma designs into working screens.
• Write and maintain tests using Vitest (unit) and Playwright (end-to-end).
• Improve UI performance, accessibility, and reusable components.

• Build and maintain backend services using Python.
• Help design and implement API endpoints, validation, and service integrations.
• Write tests using Pytest and follow good engineering practices (TDD is a plus).
• Work with MySQL and ORM-based data models (e.g., SQLAlchemy) and migrations (e.g., Alembic).

• Participate in code reviews and follow team standards.
• Troubleshoot issues in lower and production environments and help improve CI/CD.
• Communicate clearly and work closely with frontend, backend, design, and product teams.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 4–7 years of software development experience (full stack).
• Strong hands-on experience with React (Vite preferred).
• Strong hands-on experience with Python backend development.
• Experience building and consuming REST APIs.
• Experience with relational databases (MySQL preferred).
• Testing experience on frontend and/or backend (Vitest/Playwright/Pytest are a plus).
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Must Have

• FastAPI and Pydantic experience.
• SQLAlchemy (ORM) and Alembic experience.
• Exposure to DDD concepts.
• Experience in agile teams.
• Mentoring or supporting junior engineers.
• Open-source contributions.