Django Developer

Django DeveloperLocation: Remote Job Type: Full-time Experience Level: Mid-Level (3+ Years) Department: Engineering / Backend DevelopmentAbout UsLetstream is a forward-thinking IT solutions provider dedicated to turning innovative ideas into reality. Specializing in professional web development, automation solutions, and digital experience services, we partner with startups and businesses to deliver scalable, high-quality products. From complex API integrations and custom e-commerce platforms to robust cloud services, our team thrives on the philosophy of "We Understand. We Create." We foster a collaborative environment where engineers work closely with clients to solve real-world problems, ensuring that every line of code contributes to our mission of being a truly customer-centric technology partner.Job OverviewWe are looking for a skilled Django Developer with at least 3 years of experience to strengthen our backend engineering team. While your core focus will be constructing robust, scalable Python-based backends, we value engineers who can look beyond the server-side code.The ideal candidate is comfortable wearing multiple hats: you should be proficient in containerization (Docker) to smooth out deployment pipelines and possess enough frontend savvy (Vue.js or React) to seamlessly integrate your APIs or tackle full-stack tickets when needed.Key ResponsibilitiesBackend Development: Design, build, and maintain high-performance, reusable, and reliable code using Python and Django/Django REST Framework (DRF).API Design: Architect RESTful APIs that serve as the backbone for our web and mobile applications, ensuring security and efficiency.Database Management: Design and optimize database schemas (PostgreSQL/MySQL) to support complex data models and high transaction volumes.DevOps & Deployment: Utilize Docker for containerization and assist in maintaining CI/CD pipelines to ensure smooth production deployments.Full-Stack Collaboration: Collaborate with frontend teams using Vue.js or React to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.Code Quality: Participate in code reviews, write unit tests, and ensure adherence to PEP8 standards and best practices.System Architecture: Contribute to architectural decisions regarding server infrastructure, caching mechanisms (Redis), and asynchronous task queues (Celery).Required Qualifications (Must Haves)Experience: 3+ years of professional experience in Backend Development specifically using Python and Django.API Proficiency: Strong experience building and documenting RESTful APIs using Django REST Framework (DRF).Database Skills: Solid understanding of Relational Databases (PostgreSQL or MySQL), ORM, and query optimization.Asynchronous Tasks: Familiarity with task queues like Celery and message brokers (Redis/RabbitMQ).Version Control: Proficiency with Git and collaborative development workflows.Problem Solving: Ability to debug complex issues across the stack and write clean, maintainable code.Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Haves)DevOps Mindset: Hands-on experience with Docker and Docker Compose. Experience with CI/CD tools (GitHub Actions, Jenkins) or Cloud Platforms (AWS, Google Cloud) is a major plus.Frontend Fluency: Experience working with modern JavaScript frameworks, specifically Vue.js or React.js, enabling you to handle full-stack tasks.Web Servers: Familiarity with configuring Nginx or Gunicorn.GraphQL: Experience with Graphene-Django or similar GraphQL implementations.Soft SkillsProactive communication and ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical team members.Eagerness to learn new technologies and devops practices.Adaptability to work in a fast-paced, remote environment.