Python Developer (Dublin)

About the Position

Join a dynamic team to design and develop AWS-enabled solutions using Python. This vacancy is open for hiring in Dublin, Ireland.

About the Project

The client's technological platform is continuously evolving as they integrate new and emerging technologies to support their growing business. The team manages the applications that are central to the client's core business strategy and provides support for a global user base. Due to the dynamic nature of the client's business, high levels of agility are required, demanding that the team maintain technical excellence. This project is part of the client's global technology modernization roadmap, aimed at equipping one of their key lines of business with the necessary technology to tackle modern market challenges and opportunities. The development focuses on core business applications using a modern AWS toolset, with Python on the backend. Since the project is in its early stages, much of the work involves architecture design, technology selection, and proof-of-concept (POC) activities.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop of AWS-enabled solutions using Python as the main programming language
• Ensure newly developed applications have sufficient test coverage with a strong preference towards automated test suites
• Ensure application observability using standard AWS tools and services
• Collaborate with the broader development team on shared architecture, best practices, and development culture
• Provide guidance on the technological and methodological direction of systems in support of business strategies

Requirements

• Extensive experience in Python development
• Detailed knowledge of AWS services in the context of building serverless backend applications that expose secure APIs and utilise parallel computing techniques, messaging and data volume intensive workflows
• Hands-on experience with automated deployment of AWS stack to development and production environments
• Experience in analysis and resolution of typical AWS performance bottlenecks
• Solid Linux and scripting background
• Passion for automation, testing and choosing the best tool for the job
• General problem-solving mentality. The ability to collaborate with different teams on solutions for a variety of different business, code & data-related issues
• Strong communication skills

Nice to Have

• Experience with CI/CD workflows supported by GitHub actions
• Experience in developing applications using Serverless framework
• Prior experience in working in the Financial Services/Insurance industry
• Prior experience working in an Agile/Scrum development environment