The Opportunity
This is an initial 3 month contract opportunity position for those based in UK or Poland on a remote basis.
At NearForm we build digital products that provide users with fantastic digital experiences and allow enterprises to go to market faster, improve customer experience, while transforming their workflows and advancing our clients' digital agendas. With a recent significant investment into the business, NearForm is poised to scale its impact to more enterprises.
Are you the right person to fuel this growth and add to a wonderfully collaborative culture?
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 who are distributed across different locations.
- Designing & building cloud-based applications using server side technologies including Python and SQL.
- JavaScript frameworks, specifically Node.js is highly desirable.
- Experience with FastAPI and Pydantic.
Supporting System
- Designing and implementing data storage solutions.
- Implementing security and data protection.
- Executing meticulous automated tests in line with best practice.
- Troubleshooting and debugging applications.
Other Responsibilities
- Optimising applications for maximum speed and scalability.
- Using appropriate tools to maintain version control and build processes.
- Getting feedback from, and building solutions for, users and clients.
Requirements
- Experience delivering at a Senior Developer level in an enterprise environment.
- Practical experience of delivering in an agile environment.
- Practical experience of knowledge of developing real-world solutions and platforms.
Key Skills
- Deep understanding of server side code, with experience developing in Python and utilising SQL.
- Understanding of architectural and design patterns in one or more of AWS/GCP/Azure.
- Excellent analytical and multitasking skills.
- Empathy and people skills.
Optional Experience
- Experience with tools such as FastAPI, Pydantic, Flask and Django.
- Experience with other programming languages e.g. Javascript and Java.
- Production experience of Snowflake or Databrick platforms.
Benefits
- Work remotely; we have a genuine dedication to work/life balance.
- The Wellness Hub: We have a genuine commitment to fostering/improving NearFormers' wellbeing.
Recruitment/Application process
- A TalentCall with someone from the Talent team (30 mins approx.) to introduce to you NearForm and the role, and to make sure your experience is relevant for the position and to discuss life as a NearFormer.
- An assessment with a member of the hiring team (1 hr approx.), this session is carried out using a screen share.
- A video call with one of our Hiring Managers (45 mins approx.) which allows us to gain a better insight into what interests you, your technical background, and give you an overview of the work we do at NearForm.
About NearForm
Although we are widely dispersed, NearFormers are a tightly-knit team. We trust one another and care about our colleagues. We all get together in person at our annual company retreat, of course when we're not faced with a global pandemic! Building on our open-source origins, we promote the sharing of thoughts, knowledge and ideas.
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.