Django Developer
Position Overview:
We are looking for a skilled Django Developer to join our development team. As a Django Developer, you will be responsible for building, maintaining, and optimizing back-end applications, APIs, and server-side logic. The ideal candidate should have a strong foundation in Python.
Key Responsibilities:
Application Development:
- Develop and maintain scalable web applications and APIs using Django.
- Write clean, efficient, and reusable code following best practices.
Database Management:
- Design, implement, and optimize database schemas using Django ORM.
- Write and optimize complex database queries for performance.
Integration:
- Integrate third-party APIs, services, and libraries into Django applications.
- Work closely with front-end developers to implement seamless integrations with back-end systems.
Testing and Debugging:
- Perform thorough testing and debugging to ensure optimal performance and security.
- Write unit, integration, and end-to-end tests to maintain high code quality.
Collaboration:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and DevOps engineers.
- Participate in code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.
Optimization:
- Monitor application performance and implement optimizations for speed and scalability.
- Enhance security by identifying vulnerabilities and implementing protective measures.
Documentation:
- Maintain comprehensive technical documentation for existing and new projects.
- Document code changes, APIs, and system configurations.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
Experience:
- 2+ years of professional experience with Django and Python.
- Proven experience in developing scalable web applications and RESTful APIs.
Technical Skills:
- Strong proficiency in Python and the Django framework.
- Experience with Django Rest Framework (DRF) for building APIs.
- Solid understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript (familiarity with modern front-end frameworks is a plus).
- Proficiency in working with relational databases like PostgreSQL, MySQL, or SQLite.
- Knowledge of caching mechanisms using Redis or Memcached.
- Experience with version control systems like Git.
- Familiarity with server deployment tools and environments (e.g., Docker, NGINX, Gunicorn, AWS, Heroku).
- Knowledge of authentication mechanisms such as JWT, OAuth, or protocols.
Soft Skills:
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks efficiently.
- Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with asynchronous task queues like Celery.
- Knowledge of front-end frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js.
- Familiarity with Agile development practices.
- Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
- Understanding of web security standards and best practices.
Benefits:
- Access to learning resources and opportunities for professional growth.
- Collaborative work environment with opportunities to innovate.