Python Developer

Encora.com

Office

Brazil

Full Time

Important Information

Location: Brazil
Job Mode: Full-time
Work Mode: Work from home

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Backend Developer with strong expertise in Python to join our nearshore delivery team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing scalable backend systems that power enterprise-grade applications. This role requires close collaboration with product managers, DevOps, and QA teams to deliver high-quality solutions for global clients.

Responsibilities And Duties

Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services, APIs, and microservices;
Collaborate with product owners and architects to translate requirements into technical solutions;
Write clean, efficient, testable, and maintainable code in Python;
Build and optimize RESTful APIs;
Implement data models, storage solutions, and integration with databases;
Ensure performance, reliability, and security of backend systems;
Partner with QA to ensure high code quality and automated test coverage;
Troubleshoot and resolve production issues, optimizing system performance.

Essential Skills

Backend development experience in enterprise or SaaS environments;
Strong expertise in Python (Django, FastAPI, Flask);
Hands-on experience with databases: SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle) and NoSQL (MongoDB, DynamoDB, Redis);
Solid understanding of microservices, event-driven architectures, and API design;
Strong understanding of software design patterns, scalability, and performance tuning;
Excellent communication skills in English (verbal and written).

Highly Desirable Skills

Knowledge of DevOps tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Terraform);
Experience in Agile/Scrum delivery models;
Exposure to front-end frameworks (React, Angular, Vue) is a plus.

About Encora

Encora is the preferred digital engineering and modernization partner of some of the world’s leading enterprises and digital native companies. With over 9,000 experts in 47+ offices and innovation labs worldwide, Encora’s technology practices include Product Engineering & Development, Cloud Services, Quality Engineering, DevSecOps, Data & Analytics, Digital Experience, Cybersecurity, and AI & LLM Engineering.

At Encora, we hire professionals based solely on their skills and qualifications, and do not discriminate based on age, disability, religion, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or nationality.