Senior Python Engineer

At IT Labs, we are passionate about quality and innovation, and we're seeking a Senior Python Engineer who shares this drive. We value professionals who take ownership of their work, have a solid understanding of software development best practices, and can mentor and support their peers. A Senior Python Engineer at IT Labs values scalable, high-quality code, excels in both backend and frontend development, and constantly seeks to improve. If this sounds like you and you're eager to be part of a dynamic, growth-focused team, we'd love to hear from you!

Job summary:

As a Senior Python Engineer, you’ll be working on a large, single-tier (monolithic) application, using Django as the primary framework. Your responsibilities will include building and optimizing backend features to keep the application stable, efficient, and scalable. You’ll work with SQL and MySQL databases to manage and retrieve data, ensuring that all queries are optimized for peak performance. You’ll also structure different components of the application, handle user requests, and maintain smooth interaction between various parts of the system to deliver a seamless experience for end users.

Responsibilities:

• Develop backend systems using Python, Django, and MySQL, focusing on API development.
• Handle frontend tasks using JavaScript with jQuery, utilizing Django templates and Handlebars for HTML transformation.
• Deploy and manage applications on cloud platforms (AWS, GCP).
• Maintain a monolithic application architecture.

Requirements

• At least 6 years of experience in Python, demonstrating a strong grasp of the language.
• At least 1–2 years of experience with Django.
• Proficient in SQL and MySQL for databases.
• JavaScript and jQuery for front-end tasks
• AWS or GCP for cloud services.
• Works well independently, takes initiative, and pays attention to detail.
• Communicates effectively with team members and clients.
• Adapts easily to different client environments, workflows, and coding standards.
• Has experience with monolithic applications.

Benefits

• Long-term 12 month contract,
• Choose your contract: Contract or B2B,
• Unlimited working-from-anywhere policy,
• 10 Days PTO after 4 months of working in IT Labs,
• Referral Bonuses,
• Working on international projects,
• Virtual Knowledge Sharing Sessions, Events and team hangouts.

Our values

We are a company that seeks the best for both our employees and clients, reaching beyond expectations in turning dreams into reality. Our way of working is rooted in our core values (Integrity, Excellence, Proactivity, Innovation, and People), with an expectation that our future colleagues will make these their second nature in their everyday work and life. We don’t ask for perfection, but we do appreciate people motivated to better themselves in every conceivable aspect.

About IT Labs

Founded in 2005, IT Labs is an international software tech company, specializing in purpose and process-driven teams for high-performance, innovation, transformation, and efficiency. Our HQ is in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, and we have teams and offices around the world - the US, the UK, the Netherlands, Argentina, Brazil, Serbia, and North Macedonia. We are constantly growing, and we would love for you to become part of our team!