Software Engineer (Python)

We are seeking a Middle/Senior  Software Engineer (Python) to join our growing team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable backend applications. You will collaborate with a team of experienced engineers, product managers, and designers to create high-performance systems. If you're passionate about backend development, API design, and building robust applications, we'd love to hear from you!📍Location: Brazil, Colombia (Remote) 

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain scalable backend applications using Python.
• Design and optimize RESTful and GraphQL APIs for seamless communication.
• Work with Django, Flask, or FastAPI to build high-performance applications.
• Implement and optimize database models to ensure data integrity and efficiency (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB).
• Enhance application performance through caching, indexing, and query optimization.
• Collaborate with frontend developers, product managers, and DevOps teams to design and implement new features.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following industry best practices.
• Participate in code reviews, contribute to technical discussions, and mentor junior engineers.
• Ensure high-quality software delivery through unit testing, integration testing, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Work in an agile development environment, continuously improving the development process. 

Requirements

• Strong experience in Python development.
• Strong expertise in Django, Flask, or FastAPI.
• Solid understanding of OOP, design patterns, and clean architecture principles.
• Hands-on experience with SQL and NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB).
• Experience with RESTful API development and microservices architecture.
• Proficiency with Docker, Kubernetes, or cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) is a plus.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and version control (Git).
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or in a team.
• Good communication skills in English (spoken and written).

Nice to Have

• Experience with Celery, Redis, or message queues (Kafka, RabbitMQ).
• Familiarity with DevOps tools and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible).
• Knowledge of AI/ML frameworks or data processing pipelines.

What We Offer ✅

• 18 paid vacation days and 12 sick leaves per year.
• High-tech equipment (MacBook Pro + Dell monitor).
• Flexible work schedule to support work-life balance.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile projects with a global impact.

Competitive salary in a dynamic, innovative environment.📩 Apply now and take the next step in your career with Uvik Software!