Senior Python Developer (Backend)

TL;DR

Senior Python Developer (FastAPI): Architecting and implementing robust, high-performance APIs using FastAPI within a microservices ecosystem with an accent on low latency, scalability, and distributed system design. Focus on optimizing database queries, application logic, and ensuring system resiliency under high-volume traffic.

Location: Remote (Global), with optional access to global offices.

Company

hirify.global is an American software development and technology advisory firm that brings top-tier engineering talent to clients around the world.

What you will do

• Design and develop high-performance RESTful APIs using FastAPI and Pydantic.
• Define microservices patterns to ensure a scalable, resilient, and well-documented backend.
• Optimize database queries and application logic for high-volume traffic and minimal latency.
• Implement automated testing (Pytest) and maintain high code quality through rigorous peer code reviews.
• Collaborate with infrastructure teams to deploy and manage services in AWS/EKS environments.

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional Python development experience, with mastery of FastAPI.
• Expert knowledge of asyncio and concurrency patterns in Python.
• Solid experience with Relational (PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (Redis, MongoDB) databases, including ORMs/ODMs.
• Familiarity with event-driven systems using Kafka or RabbitMQ.
• Proficiency with Docker, Kubernetes, and core AWS services.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Join an excellent team of supportive engineers and project managers.
• Receive a generous vacation schedule.
• Be provided with a brand new laptop.