Python Developer

Job Descripion : Work Location : Montreal Quebec Description : Location : Montreal Position : Python Developer The vulnerability management platforms team is looking for an experienced and proactive python developer to design and implement high-performance REST APIs using FastAPI. Candidate should be able to quickly adapt to a fast-evolving environment and take full ownership of the services / features they will be working on. Core responsibilities : - Design and implement scalable, maintainable and high-performing RESTful APIs using FastAPI, SQLModel and Redis - Write clean, efficient, and maintainable Python code - Develop and maintain documentation - Design and optimize database schemas and queries - Create and maintain automated test suites - Monitor and optimize API performance Implement caching strategies and rate limiting - Collaborate with front end team to ensure smooth API integration - Assist in implementing workflows for detecting, archiving and purging stale data based on retention policies - Ensure proper logging and auditing of data lifecycle processes - Mentor junior developers and review code - Collaborate with the system architect to refine the API logic, enhance query performance and implement caching strategies Required skills - 5+ years of professional Python development experience - Strong experience with FastAPI or similar framework (Flask, Django REST) - Deep understanding of REST API design principles - Expertise in asynchronous programming with Python - Solid experience with SQL databases (PostgreSQL preferred) - Strong knowledge of API security best practices - Experience with Docker and containerized environments like Openshift / Kubernetes - Proficiency in writing unit tests and integration tests?Familiarity with event-driven architecture and tools like Kafka - Strong Problem-solving skills and attention to details - Effective communication and ability to work in a collaborative, agile environments - Adaptive and eager to learn new tools and technologies Nice to have : - Knowledge of monitoring tools like Prometheus and OpenTelemtryExperience with microservice architectures