Lead Python Engineer (Cybersecurity)

TL;DR

Lead Python Engineer (Cybersecurity): Design and implement complex backend features for a fast-growing cybersecurity startup with an accent on scalability, performance, and strategic business goals. Focus on driving SDLC aspects, ensuring high code quality, and establishing engineering and quality standards.

Location: Remote from Ukraine or from an office in Ukraine.

Company

hirify.global is a custom product engineering company that supports multinational organizations and scaling startups to solve their most complex business challenges.

What you will do

• Proactively engage in the design of technical solutions and implement complex backend features.
• Lead the development process, including reviewing requirements, planning, and identifying potential issues.
• Drive and participate in multiple aspects of the SDLC, including planning, development, testing, and deployment.
• Perform comprehensive code reviews to ensure high code quality and facilitate knowledge sharing.
• Communicate with the team and client to clarify requirements and share outcomes.
• Establish and refine the team's engineering and quality standards, and ensure adherence.

Requirements

• Comprehensive understanding of software design paradigms, principles, and methodologies (SOLID, GRASP, TDD, DDD).
• Extensive proficiency in Python and knowledge of essential third-party libraries and tools like Flask and FastAPI.
• Deep understanding of both RDBMS and NoSQL databases, skilled in developing high-performance queries and performing optimizations.
• Extensive experience with both monolithic and distributed architectures (microservices, SOA).
• Advanced experience in utilizing communication protocols and tools (message brokers, HTTP, WebSockets).
• Proficiency in container orchestration (Kubernetes) and practical experience with cloud deployment and configuration.

Culture & Benefits

• Work alongside top professionals in a friendly, open-door environment with a strong community.
• Opportunity to take on large-scale projects with a global impact and expand expertise.
• Access to tailored learning opportunities including internal events, Udemy, language courses, and company-paid certifications.
• Enjoy radical flexibility – work remotely or from an office, your choice.
• Company-paid medical insurance, mental health support, and financial & legal consultations.