Python Developer

Job Title: Python Developer

Location: Montreal, QC (Hybrid Day 1 Onsite)

Job Summary:

We are looking for a skilled Python Developer with experience in building scalable applications and an interest in Generative AI technologies. The ideal candidate will have strong Python development expertise, experience working with modern web technologies, and exposure to GenAI tools, frameworks, or AI-assisted development practices. The role involves collaborating with global teams to design, develop, and enhance enterprise applications while contributing to AI-driven initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, test, and maintain scalable applications using Python and modern development frameworks.

• Build and enhance backend services, APIs, and data-processing components.

• Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements with backend services.

• Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.

• Utilize AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot or similar coding assistants to improve productivity and code quality.

• Support the development and integration of GenAI-powered features and applications.

• Write comprehensive unit and integration tests to ensure application reliability and maintainability.

• Work closely with business stakeholders and technical teams to understand requirements and deliver effective solutions.

• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, deployment automation, and application monitoring.

• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues while ensuring high application performance and availability.

• Stay current with emerging technologies, including advancements in Generative AI and LLM-based solutions.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 6+ years of software development experience with at least 3+ years of hands-on Python development.

• Strong proficiency in Python programming and software engineering best practices.

• Experience developing RESTful APIs and backend services.

• Working knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases such as PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or similar technologies.

• Understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC), version control systems, and Agile methodologies.

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, containerization technologies (Docker/Kubernetes), and DevOps practices.

• Familiarity with AI-powered coding assistants such as GitHub Copilot or similar tools.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Experience writing unit tests and maintaining code quality standards.

Preferred Skills:

• Exposure to Generative AI concepts, Large Language Models (LLMs), prompt engineering, or AI application development.

• Basic experience with frameworks such as LangChain, LlamaIndex, OpenAI APIs, or similar GenAI technologies.

• Experience with React or Angular for full-stack application development.

• Knowledge of Linux/Unix environments and shell scripting.

• Understanding of vector databases, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), or agent-based AI workflows.

• Experience with streaming, batch-processing, or event-driven applications.

• Experience working in globally distributed Agile teams