Lead Python Engineer

A U.S.-based company that is identifying ways to reduce patient experience stumbling blocks as they increase clinic-wide effectiveness, is looking for a Lead Python Engineer. The engineer will be responsible for determining possible areas for process improvement and offering suggestions. With its cutting-edge AI engine, the company is enhancing both patients and healthcare professionals medical experiences. The company has managed to securely raise $12.5mn+ during their Seed round of funding. This will be a full-time position. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Collaborate closely with other developers to build database schema, produce new APIs, create dynamically structured apps, and enhance system performance
• Develop top-notch software based on product specs
• Support industry best practices while directing, mentoring and leading a group of engineers
• Do peer code reviews to help us all become more skilled

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science (or equivalent experience)
• At least 3+ years of relevant experience as a software engineer
• Demonstrable experience working with PostgreSQL, Git, REST/RESTful APIs, and Python (Django)
• Extensive experience with RESTful services and the creation of high-performing endpoints
• Nice to have some knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes
• Experience working with Redis, Celery, RabbitMQ, DreamFactory, and DataDog is desirable
• Competency with CI/CD pipelines and Git Flow code management practice is preferred 
• Nice to have certain leadership qualities that can be seen and drive team results
• Good delivery track record demonstrated by responsibilities and complexity growth is desirable
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills, especially when it comes to technical analysis
• Experience with Agile, Jira, Confluence, Slack, Google Documents, and other similar management technologies is nice to have