Senior Backend Engineer (Python)

Required Skills:● Expert in Python, with knowledge of at least Django (More web frameworks are a plus)● Familiarity with some ORM (Object Relational Mapper) libraries● Able to integrate multiple data sources and databases into one system● Understanding of the threading limitations of Python, and multi-process architecture● Good understanding of server-side templating languages (such as Jinja 2, Mako, etc depending on your technology stack)● Basic understanding of front-end technologies, such as JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3 (is a plus)● Understanding of accessibility and security compliance● Knowledge of user authentication and authorization between multiple systems, servers, and environments● Understanding of fundamental design principles behind a scalable application● Familiarity with event-driven programming in Python● Understanding of the differences between multiple delivery platforms, such as mobile vs desktop, and optimizing output to match the specific platform● Able to create database schemas that represent and support business processes● Strong unit test and debugging skills● Proficient understanding of code versioning tools● Knowledge of application deployment process and server set up● Integration of data storage solutionsResponsibilities:● Owning one or more of the web services; adding new features, resolving bugs, and refactoring/ improving code base.● Design and implementation of low-latency, high-availability, and performant applications● Translating product requirements into functional, maintainable, extensible software that is in-line with company objectives.● Good knowledge of software engineering best practices, including unit testing, code reviews, design documentation, debugging, troubleshooting, & agile development.● Work on cutting-edge web technologies to make a powerful impact on 1M+ enterprise users● Be part of a growing team that will design, develop, and test software and cross-product applications which span across different Planview products● Work in an agile engineering team writing maintainable and scalable code for software components and influencing team decisions● Contribute to the product’s architecture vision and execution, working closely with cross-product teams and other leaders within the R&D department● Collaborate with stakeholders to imagine, design, develop, test, and launch software that impacts our customers and inspires your peers● Drive continuous improvement of software quality, CX and maintainability of features● Continuous learning of technology trends, tools, and approaches, including sharing this knowledge with your team