Senior Python Developer

This is a contract position for those based in Brazil - the initial contract is for 7 weeks with the potential to be extended.

The Role

We are looking for a Senior Python Developer who can help our enterprise clients translate their requirements into functional and appealing interactive applications. You would be responsible for building server-side components of these applications.  You will be outcome-driven and have a drive to deliver the best quality output for our clients within specific timeframes.  You will be working in high-performing software teams that are distributed across different locations.

• Designing & building cloud-based applications using server-side technologies including Python/Django and Postgres

• Supporting system design development and maintenance and take responsibility for personal technical quality standards within the project team.

• Assisting with defining structured practices especially in source code management building and deployment.

• Designing and implementing data storage solutions.

• Optimising performance in applications for maximum speed and scalability.

• Getting feedback from users and clients and building solutions for them.

• Assisting with the analysis of client requirements.

• Working with and supporting Technical Leaders in project execution and timely delivery.

• Collaborating with internal and client teams.

Requirements

As a Senior Python Developer you will be largely focused on the server side of the application development process. We are keen to hire people who can hit the ground running as such there are some skills and experience we really need you to have:

• Proficient communication in English (oral and written) and excellent communication skills

• Experience delivering at a Senior Developer level in an enterprise and agile environment

• Deep understanding of server-side code with experience developing in Python and

• Experience utilizing Postgres and/or MongoDB

• Experience with cloud technologies

• Deep understanding of modern testing methodologies tools and practices

• Deep understanding of versioning control tools including Git

• Understanding of security and performance considerations

• Understanding of deployment tools and systems integration

• Empathy and strong collaboration skills

Optional Experience

• Experience with Node.js for Backend development

• Experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and Gemini

Benefits

• Work remotely; we have a genuine dedication to work/life balance.

• Work flexibly; we appreciate there are more important things in life than work so our flexible working culture allows you to work around what matters - school run no problem!

• The Wellness Hub: We have a genuine commitment to fostering/improving NearFormers’ wellbeing; we offer resources and support including a NearForm advice line which offers confidential support for anything from relationship issues to staying healthy.

Please get in touch to discuss remuneration.

About Us

At NearForm we value collaboration and a curious mindset that fuels our dynamic team. With a decade of experience we've achieved meaningful results for our clients while maintaining the agile and transparent ethos of a startup.

Our focus on digital transformation means creating practical user-centric products that help enterprises enter markets quickly enhance customer experiences and reshape workflows. Bolstered by recent investment NearForm is gearing up to extend its impact to more enterprises.

Despite our global presence NearFormers form a close-knit community built on trust and camaraderie. Join us at NearForm and be part of a journey marked by innovation and progress.

NearForm is committed to shaping a better world in all that we do. Our global team is built based on respect inclusivity diversity and excellence.