Senior Backend Developer

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Millions of users around the world use Bitdefender products to protect their digital assets.

We are seeking an experienced Python Backend Developer to join our growing team. As a Backend Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining robust and scalable server-side applications. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Python programming, experience with Docker for containerization, proficiency in working with PostgreSQL databases, and a solid understanding of the Django framework.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, develop, test, and maintain high-performance Python-based backend applications using the Django framework;
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements and translate them into technical solutions;
• Implement and maintain Docker containers for application deployment and scaling;
• Design and optimize PostgreSQL database schemas and queries for efficient data storage and retrieval;
• Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements using server-side logic;
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code following best practices;
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality, security, and adherence to coding standards;
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement solutions;
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices;
• You will collaborate with the Product Owner to correctly understand and clarify requirements, timelines and restrictions;
• You will collaborate with and support QA to ensure software quality.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Proven experience as a Backend Developer with a focus on Python and the Django framework;
• Strong knowledge of Docker for containerization and deployment;
• Expertise in working with PostgreSQL databases, including database design and optimization;
• Experience with RESTful API development;
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) is a plus;
• Solid understanding of software development principles, version control systems (e.g., Git), and agile methodologies;
• Strong logical and algorithmic thinking;
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills;
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Ideally you should have:

• Knowledge of Python unit testing frameworks;
• To have experience with Linux, bash, and Nginx;
• Experience with micro service architectures;
• Experience with Agile development environments;
• The ability to work independently.

It would be a plus:

• If you had experience building high availability web services.