Python Backend Developer

We are looking for a Python Developer to join our engineering team and help us develop and maintain the Challenger backend systems.

Python Developer responsibilities include writing and testing code, debugging programs and integrating applications with third-party web services. To be successful in this role, you should have experience using server-side logic and work well in a team.

Ultimately, you’ll build:

• Services for highly responsive web and desktop applications that align with our business needs
• Services to ingest and process real time data from video game play 
• Development of infrastructure as code 
• Platforms for processing, developing and deploying machine learning and deep learning algorithms

Responsibilities 

• Write effective, scalable code 
• Develop back-end components to improve responsiveness and overall performance 
• Integrate user-facing elements into applications 
• Test and debug programs 
• Improve functionality of existing systems 
• Implement security and data protection solutions 
• Assess and prioritize feature requests 
• Coordinate with internal teams to understand user requirements and provide technical solutions

Requirements 

• Work experience as a Python Developer 
• Expertise in at least one popular Python framework (preferably Django) 
• Knowledge of object-relational mapping (ORM) 
• Familiarity with front-end technologies (like JavaScript and HTML5) 
• Team spirit 
• Good problem-solving skills 
• BSc in Computer Science, Engineering or relevant field