Python Developer

Python Developer 39683296

Job ID : 41087

Contract : $75 / hr

Montreal

Hybrid

No of roles : 1

Primary Skill set : Proficient in Python, Django, Pandas, SQL experience

Location : Canada

JOB DESCRIPTION

UST is searching for a Python Developer with a deep understanding of REST API design principles who will design and implement scalable, maintainable, and high-performing RESTful APIs using FastAPI, SQLModel, and Redis.

The opportunity :

Hybrid : In office / remote

• 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

This position description identifies the responsibilities and tasks typically associated with the performance of the position. Other relevant essential functions may be required.

What you need :

• 5+ years of professional Python development experience
• Strong experience with FastAPI or similar framework (Flask, Django REST)
• 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 collaborative, agile environments
• Adaptive and eager to learn new tools and technologies

Nice to have :

• Knowledge of monitoring tools like Prometheus and OpenTelemetry
• Experience with microservice architectures