Senior Python Web Engineer
19 days ago
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Summary
Simple Thread is seeking a Senior Python Web Engineer to join their team in Richmond, VA. The role involves developing and maintaining robust web applications and contributing to client projects in the power and energy industries.
About the Role
As a Senior Python Web Engineer, you will lead the development of scalable web applications using Python and frameworks like Django or Flask. You will architect backend systems, collaborate with frontend teams, mentor junior engineers, engage with clients, and maintain high-quality standards in software delivery.
About You
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- 8+ years of experience in Python web development, with a strong emphasis on Django or Flask frameworks.
- Proven experience with RESTful API design and development.
- Solid understanding of database systems and experience in optimizing complex queries and database interactions.
- Familiarity with frontend technologies like HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern JS frameworks (React, Vue.js).
- Experience with testing frameworks (unittest, pytest) and CI/CD pipelines.
- Demonstrated leadership skills with experience in mentoring and guiding teams.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a passion for delivering high-quality code.
Preferred:
- Experience with energy industry solutions or a strong interest in the energy sector.
- Strong knowledge of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
- Experience working in a remote-first environment and managing projects across distributed teams.
Benefits
- Work from home with a flexible work schedule.
- Good work-life balance with a standard 40-hour work week.
- Highly competitive salary and benefits, including generous time off, 401k, FSA, medical, and dental insurance.
Simple Thread
We're change agents that speak energy. We understand the unique challenges modern electric utilities are facing and believe that meeting those challenges will require thoughtful digital transformation driven by human-centered design. We are a digital product agency that puts people at the forefront of everything we do.
Richmond, VA