Remote Senior Python Software Engineer

Description:

• The position is for a Senior Python Engineer with extensive experience in database management and software development.
• The candidate will develop and maintain Python applications and services.
• Responsibilities include writing and optimizing raw SQL queries in Postgres and designing relational database schemas.
• The role involves integrating with and maintaining legacy enterprise APIs, particularly SOAP-based services.
• The engineer will implement and maintain matching algorithms and phonetic search capabilities.
• The position requires utilizing Python libraries such as SQLAlchemy for ORM and Beautiful Soup (BS4) for web scraping.
• The candidate will develop and maintain XML parsing solutions for SOAP API interactions.
• Ensuring compliance with coding standards and secure coding practices is essential.
• The engineer will implement encryption and security measures for sensitive and PII data.
• Conducting thorough code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to best practices is part of the job.
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features is expected.
• The candidate will manage version control using GitHub and maintain code quality through regular linting.

Requirements:

• A minimum of seven years of experience with Postgres, including proficiency in raw SQL queries and database design is required.
• The candidate must have at least ten years of experience in Python development.
• Experience integrating with legacy enterprise APIs, particularly SOAP services, is necessary.
• Proficiency in implementing and optimizing matching algorithms, such as fuzzy matching and Levenshtein distance, is required.
• The candidate should have experience with phonetic algorithms like Soundex, Metaphone, or Double Metaphone.
• Strong knowledge of data security practices, including encryption and secure handling of PII, is essential.
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks such as SOC2, GDPR, and industry-specific regulations is required.
• Proficiency in XML processing and understanding of WSDL documentation is necessary.
• The candidate must be proficient in using Python typing and libraries such as SQLAlchemy and BS4.
• Experience with libraries like Zeep or suds for SOAP client implementation is required.
• Proven experience in conducting code reviews and maintaining high code quality is essential.
• Strong familiarity with GitHub for version control is necessary.
• Knowledge of coding standards, linting tools, and testing frameworks is required.

Benefits:

• The position offers a fully remote work environment.
• It is a full-time role, providing stability and long-term employment opportunities.
• The company acts as a recruiter on behalf of their client, ensuring a professional hiring process.
• The role provides opportunities for collaboration with cross-functional teams and involvement in innovative projects.
• The candidate will have the chance to work with advanced technologies and frameworks in the Python ecosystem.