Senior Python Developer

Job description / Role

• Write clean, maintainable code using advanced Python features such as decorators and context managers.
• Design, develop, and optimize relational and non-relational databases.
• Integrate user-facing elements into applications.
• Utilize unit testing, test-driven development (TDD), and code review processes.
• Improve existing systems.
• Apply best practices in application security, including authentication (OAuth, JWT), secure coding practices, and encryption.
• Assess and prioritize feature requests.
• Implement caching strategies with Redis or Memcached, utilizing advanced features like pub/sub and sorted sets.
• Design scalable systems using design patterns and microservices architecture.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively in a remote environment using tools like Slack, Zoom, GitHub, Jira, and Confluence.

• Expertise in Python frameworks (e.g., Starlette, FastAPI, Flask, Django) and data science libraries (e.g., Pandas, NumPy).
• Proficiency with SQL and ORM tools (e.g., SQLAlchemy, Django ORM).
• Familiarity with AWS, REST API, and FIX Protocol APIs.
• Strong understanding of databases, SQL, and both relational and non-relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB).
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a relevant field
• Minimum of 6 years of back-end development experience, including at least
• 4 years in Python development with a strong portfolio.
• Deep understanding of Python and asynchronous programming.
• Experience with caching solutions like Redis and software security principles.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a remote setting with strong self-management skills.
• Active participation in open-source projects and interest in crypto-assets.
• English proficiency is required; Arabic is a plus.

Skills:

• Technical Skills: Troubleshoots and develops solutions using Python frameworks and AWS.
• Problem-Solving: Analytical skills, system optimization.
• Collaboration: Communicates effectively with teams, adapts to changing priorities.
• Leadership: Experience mentoring junior developers and leading technical initiatives.

About the Company

Propel Consult delivers a service in step with the needs of both our client companies and candidates. Our ability to add value to all levels of recruitment stems from our wholehearted belief in providing a professional service to both parties.

We have built relationships with many leading indigenous and mulitnational organisations throughout the Middle East and internationally in countries such as UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain, Kuwait, Egypt and many more.

Concentrating our resources has created 5 distinct specialist divisions:

• Banking & Finance
• Human Resources
• Oil & Gas
• Construction
• Architecture & Engineering