Senior Software Engineer/Team Lead - Python/Django

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Python Team Lead to manage and mentor a team of developers while driving the development of high-quality software solutions. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in Python development, experience in leading technical teams, and a passion for building scalable applications. Please note that ideal candidate will be working according to North America time zone.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of Python developers, ensuring best coding practices and performance optimization.
• Design, develop, and deploy scalable and efficient backend applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including frontend developers, DevOps, and product managers, to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Optimize application performance, security, and maintainability.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following industry standards.
• Conduct code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and ensure adherence to coding standards.
• Research and implement new technologies to improve development efficiency.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software issues, bugs, and performance bottlenecks.

Qualification

• Experience: 3+ years of professional Python development experience, including leadership or team management experience.
• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

Required Skills

• Technical Skills:
• Proficiency in Python and frameworks such as Django, Flask, or FastAPI.
• Experience with database management (SQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
• Strong understanding of RESTful APIs, microservices, and system architecture.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Knowledge of version control systems like Git.
• Soft Skills:
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.