Python Engineer

OVA.Work is looking for a skilled Python Engineer with 4-5 years of professional experience in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable backend applications. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Python, RESTful APIs, databases, and cloud technologies, focusing on building high-performance, reliable software solutions.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, test, and maintain Python-based applications and services

Build and consume RESTful APIs and integrate with third-party services

Develop scalable backend systems using frameworks such as Django, Flask, or FastAPI

Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following best practices

Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability

Collaborate with frontend developers, QA engineers, DevOps teams, and product managers

Design and optimize database schemas and queries

Implement unit tests, integration tests, and participate in code reviews

Troubleshoot production issues and provide timely resolutions

Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

Preferred

Experience with asynchronous programming using AsyncIO or Celery

Knowledge of message brokers such as RabbitMQ or Apache Kafka

Experience with CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or GitLab CI

Familiarity with Kubernetes and container orchestration

Exposure to monitoring and logging tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, or ELK Stack

Understanding of software security best practices and authentication mechanisms (OAuth2, JWT)

Asynchronous programming

Message brokers

CI/CD pipelines

Kubernetes

Container orchestration

Logging tools

Software security

Authentication mechanisms

Benefits

Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

Flexible work arrangements.

Learning and certification opportunities.

Collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Opportunities for career growth and advancement.

Performance-based incentives.

Company

Automated onboarding platform for staffing firms

Alpharetta, Georgia, USA

https://www.ova.work/

Founded in 2018

51-200 employees

Qualifications

4–5 years of hands-on experience in Python development

Strong knowledge of Python frameworks such as Django, Flask, or FastAPI

Experience building REST APIs and microservices

Good understanding of object-oriented programming and design patterns

Experience with relational databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, or SQL Server

Familiarity with NoSQL databases such as MongoDB or Redis

Proficiency with Git and version control workflows

Experience with Docker and containerized deployments

Knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform

Understanding of Linux environments and shell scripting

Strong debugging, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

Relevant certifications in cloud platforms or Python are a plus

Experience with asynchronous programming using AsyncIO or Celery

Knowledge of message brokers such as RabbitMQ or Apache Kafka

Experience with CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or GitLab CI

Familiarity with Kubernetes and container orchestration

Exposure to monitoring and logging tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, or ELK Stack

Understanding of software security best practices and authentication mechanisms (OAuth2, JWT)

4–5 years of hands-on experience in Python development.

Required skills

Python, Django, Flask, FastAPI, REST APIs, Microservices, Object-oriented programming, Design patterns, PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server, MongoDB, Redis, Git, Docker, AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform, Linux, Shell scripting

Preferred skills

Familiarity with Kubernetes and container orchestration

Experience

4-5 years