Principal Software Engineer (Python) - Remote

Overview

A Principal Software Engineer for Python is an associate at Creative Chaos who is mainly responsible for developing server applications of various software platforms including but not limited to writing Restful APIs to be consumed by client applications. A Principal Software Engineer makes sure that the functionality, security, and performance of the server application are as per the design and is completely bug-free. Principal engineers have a responsibility to lead a team of engineers, mentor team members through continuous training and guidance.

In Short

• Lead a team of software engineers
• Mentor team members through training and guidance
• Analyze business requirements
• Estimate assigned tasks
• Write code and unit tests
• Collaborate with other team members
• Tune your code for enhanced security and performance
• Maintain systems by fixing any existing issues
• Update issue tracking software
• Provide status updates
• Communicate with client
• Control versions of your code
• Research new technologies
• Upgrade skills and knowledge
• Evaluate candidates for open positions

Requirements

• Proficiency in Python
• Experience with Restful APIs
• Strong leadership skills
• Ability to mentor and train team members
• Knowledge of security best practices
• Experience in performance tuning
• Familiarity with unit testing
• Version control experience
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to analyze business requirements

Benefits

• Opportunity to lead and mentor
• Work on diverse software platforms
• Continuous training and skill upgrades
• Collaborative team environment
• Flexible working arrangements