About this role
AgileEngine is an Inc. 5000 company that creates award-winning software for Fortune 500 brands and trailblazing startups across 17+ industries. We rank among the leaders in areas like application development and AI/ML, and our people-first culture has earned us multiple Best Place to Work awards.
WHY JOIN US
If you're looking for a place to grow, make an impact, and work with people who care, we'd love to meet you!
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for a Python Backend Developer to build and extend the backend of an internal developer portal and dashboard, using AI coding tools in daily work.
MUST HAVES
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Python Expertise: Strong hands-on backend development experience of at least 4 years using Python and standard web frameworks (e.g., FastAPI, Django, or Flask).
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AI Tooling: Demonstrated experience using AI coding assistants in daily development workflows.
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Version Control & CI/CD: Proficiency with Git, including branch management, pull requests, and CI/CD pipeline integration.
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Linux/Unix Fundamentals: User-level proficiency with Linux/Unix command-line navigation, shell scripting basics, and environment manipulation (no administrative/sysadmin duties required).
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Database Integration: Experience working with diverse databases, including Snowflake, relational (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL), and non-relational (e.g., MongoDB) databases.
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API Design: Solid understanding of RESTful API design principles and integration.
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Upper-intermediate English level.
NICE TO HAVES
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Familiarity with modern frontend development (TypeScript or modern component-based frameworks like React/Vue) for cross-stack collaboration.
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Basic understanding of cloud infrastructure and containerization tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
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Experience working within an Agile/Scrum development lifecycle.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
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Continue the development and extension of the internal developer portal and dashboard.
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Design, build, and maintain a robust custom Python backend to support core application features.
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Leverage AI coding tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, or similar) to streamline implementation, refactoring, and test generation.
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Integrate the application with diverse database environments, specifically Snowflake, relational (SQL), and non-relational (NoSQL) databases.
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Manage version control and CI/CD pipelines (Git) to maintain automated testing and smooth deployment workflows.
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Interact with and navigate Linux/Unix environments on a user level to run development builds, execute scripts, and inspect logs.
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate user requirements into scalable technical solutions.
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Ensure code quality through unit testing, peer code reviews, and performance optimization.
PERKS AND BENEFITS
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Professional growth: Mentorship, TechTalks, and personalized growth roadmaps.
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Competitive compensation: USD-based pay with education, fitness, and team activity budgets.
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Exciting projects: Modern solutions with Fortune 500 and top product companies.
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Flextime: Flexible schedule with remote and office options.