Python Engineer

TL;DR

Python Engineer: Enhancing an in-house Python-based automation framework, ensuring it remains robust, scalable, and efficient with an accent on codebase refactoring, clarity, readability, and maintainability. Focus on identifying and resolving issues within the automation framework and seamlessly integrating automation processes into the software development lifecycle.

Location: Europe - Remote

Company

Sporty is a remote first company in pursuit of sustainability

What you will do

• Enhance the in-house Python-based automation framework, ensuring it remains robust, scalable, and efficient.
• Drive efforts to refactor existing codebase, emphasizing clarity, readability, and maintainability to facilitate future enhancements.
• Collaborate closely with QA Engineers to identify automation needs and implement solutions within the framework.
• Utilize strong troubleshooting and debugging skills to identify and resolve issues within the automation framework.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to seamlessly integrate automation processes into the software development lifecycle.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience as a Python Developer (3 to 5 years ), showcasing strong proficiency in object-oriented programming.
• Proven track record in developing and maintaining robust and scalable software solutions.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively within distributed and remote teams.
• Familiarity with commonly used design patterns and the ability to apply them to create modular and maintainable code.
• Solid understanding and practical experience with Python built-in libraries to leverage standard functionality efficiently.
• Proficient in both written and spoken English to facilitate effective communication within the team.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with Docker and containerization concepts.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automation (Jenkins actions preferred).
• Knowledge of testing frameworks (e.g., pytest, unittest).
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) (Github preferred).
• Knowledge of Kubernetes (K8s) is a plus.

Culture & Benefits

• A competitive salary + individual performance based bonuses every quarter
• 28 days paid annual leave
• Our core working hours are 10am-3pm in your local time zone with flexibility outside of this
• Referral bonuses & flash bonuses
• Top of the line equipment
• Annual company retreats to provide great internal networking opportunities

Hiring process

• Remote video screening with our Talent Acquisition Team
• Offline Take home assignment
• Remote video interview with Team Members (60 Mins)
• Final discussion with the hiring manager (60 mins)