Lepton Software

Position: Back End DeveloperExperience: 45 YearsLocation: As per company discretionJob SummaryWe are seeking a talented and experienced Back End Developer with 45 years of experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will be a proficient Python developer with a strong background in building scalable and reliable backend services. This role is crucial for designing and implementing solutions for big data, geospatial data, and real-time data processing. You will work closely with our team to define and execute our spatial product roadmap from concept to deployment.Key Responsibilities- Design and implement high-performance, scalable, and reliable backend services using Python.- Develop, refine, and optimize data models, database designs, and data flow, specifically for building robust big data systems.- Utilize PostGIS for managing and querying geospatial data.- Work with TimescaleDB or another time-series database for real-time data processing and large production datasets.- Collaborate closely with engineers and product managers to define and execute our spatial product roadmap.- Participate in all stages of the development process, from concept and design to execution and support.- Conduct comprehensive testing of new features, systems, and subsystems to ensure quality and efficiency.- Contribute to team brainstorming sessions, project planning, and retrospective meetings.Required Skills & Qualifications- 4 - 5 years of experience as a Back End Developer, with specific expertise in Python.- Strong experience in writing clean, efficient, and maintainable Python code, with familiarity with frameworks such as Django, Flask, or FastAPI.- Extensive experience with relational databases, especially PostgreSQL, including writing optimized SQL queries, database design, and performance tuning.- Solid understanding of Linux environments and experience with shell scripting and server-side troubleshooting.- In-depth understanding of networking concepts such as TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S, and load balancing.- A Bachelors or higher degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent experience.Preferred Skills- Familiarity with Docker for containerizing applications and managing container-based environments.- Knowledge of Apache Airflow for managing data pipelines and task automation.- Experience in setting up and managing ETL Pipelines.- The ability to manage, scale, and maintain database systems.- Excellent communication and teamwork skills. (ref:hirist.tech)