Job description
Salary: $80,000 - 90,000/year
This position is fully remote / work from home.
Position Overview: As a Django Python Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining web applications using the Django framework and Python programming language. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into scalable and efficient software solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in Django development, proficiency in Python programming, and a passion for building robust and user-friendly web applications.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and deploy web applications using the Django framework, adhering to best practices and coding standards.
- Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code in Python, ensuring high performance, scalability, and security of applications.
- Implement front-end components and user interfaces using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React, Angular).
- Design and implement data models, schemas, and database structures using Django ORM and relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL).
- Optimize database queries, indexes, and performance to ensure efficient data retrieval and storage.
- Integrate third-party services, APIs, and external systems with Django applications to enable data exchange and functionality.
- Develop RESTful APIs and web services for seamless communication between client-side and server-side components.
- Write unit tests, integration tests, and automated test cases to validate the functionality, reliability, and performance of Django applications.
- Debug issues, identify root causes, and implement solutions to resolve bugs and errors in a timely manner.
- Utilize version control systems (e.g., Git) to manage codebase, collaborate with team members, and track changes in development projects.
- Deploy web applications to production environments, configure servers, and manage deployment pipelines using CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI).
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience in Django web development and Python programming, with a strong portfolio of web applications/projects.
- Proficiency in front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern JavaScript frameworks/libraries (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js).
- Solid understanding of web development concepts, MVC architecture, RESTful APIs, and design patterns using Django.
- Experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and database design principles.
- Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies, software development lifecycle (SDLC), and collaborative development tools.
- Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
$50 - $65 an hour
