Intermediate Python Developer

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain scalable backend systems using Python
• Design, build, and maintain RESTful APIs for internal and external system integrations
• Work extensively with MySQL databases, including query optimisation and schema design
• Collaborate with front-end developers, product owners, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless integration
• Debug and resolve complex technical issues across backend systems and Linux environments
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to maintaining high engineering standards
• Contribute to system architecture discussions and technical decision-making
• Mentor junior developers and support knowledge sharing within the team
• Ensure performance, security, and scalability across all backend services

Required Skills:

• Strong Python development experience with a proven track record of delivering production-grade systems
• Solid experience designing and developing RESTful APIs
• Strong backend engineering and system architecture understanding (including microservices)
• Hands-on experience with MySQL (minimum 3 years), including performance tuning and schema design
• Strong Linux experience, including troubleshooting and basic shell scripting
• Proficiency in Git and modern version control workflows
• Minimum 5+ years software development experience, with at least 3 years focused on Python development
• Strong understanding of backend performance optimisation and scalable system design

Desirable Skills:

• Experience with Docker and containerised application environments
• Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud (AWS preferred)
• Familiarity with message brokers such as Kafka or RabbitMQ
• Experience working in Agile development environments
• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
• Understanding of observability tools (logging, monitoring, tracing)

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)
• Minimum 5 years of professional software development experience
• Strong background in backend engineering, APIs, and distributed systems

Application Note:
If you have not received feedback within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will be retained for future opportunities.
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For more information, contact:
Reinie Du Preez
Senior Specialist Recruitment Consultant