Senior Backend Python Developer with Multithreading - REMOTE

Job Description

At Perficient you’ll deliver mission-critical technology and business solutions to Fortune 500 companies and some of the most recognized brands on the planet. And you’ll do it with cutting-edge technologies, thanks to our close partnerships with the world’s biggest vendors. Our network of offices across North America, as well as locations in India and China, will give you the opportunity to spread your wings, too.

We’re proud to be publicly recognized as a “Top Workplace” year after year. This is due, in no small part, to our entrepreneurial attitude and collaborative spirit that sets us apart and keeps our colleagues impassioned, driven, and fulfilled.

About Our Custom and Product Development Practice - We devise creative, pragmatic and transformational software solutions for clients when there is no product or platform they can leverage to meet business needs. We are a national practice that draw on 20+ years of successful delivery experience across 1000+ projects to deliver great software for our clients’ customers, employees and partners.

Perficient currently has a remote career opportunity for a Senior Backend Developer for our Custom Product Development Business Unit. This position will be remote located anywhere within the U.S.

Responsibilities

Participate in technical planning & requirements gathering phases including Design, code, test, troubleshoot, and deploymentCollaborate, assist and backup the project Architect in developing a sound web-based application using modern technologies and development of a sound backend source code (server-side)Act as a significant contributor assisting in producing sound (scalable, fault-tolerant, highly available) architecture and high-level design of the systems/solution Support the Project Manager, Scrum Master and/or Technical lead in building a high-level schedule and resource planDevelop automated functional tests as part of DevOps pipelinesProduce associated documentation including data model, software design documents /diagramsProduce functional (unit, integration, acceptance tests, etc.), non-functional and regression test suites as neededEnsure implementation, and deployment is done following best practices and client project standardsConduct code audits and reviews as requiredServe as a senior member of the project team. Provide technical support and leadership in the development and continual improvement of serviceParticipate in the creation of the WBS and backlog per sprint and assist in project planningIndependently manage assigned tasksUse analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills to resolve issues that arise during the application development, testing and implementation phasesAttend sprint planning, retrospective meetings, daily stand-ups and report technical blockers to the project lead

Qualifications

Passionate coder with a minimum 7 years of application development experience spanning multiple projects, in a variety of technology stacks. Minimum 5 years of experience in design and implementation of robust backend server that conforms to RESTful APIStrong working knowledge of server-side development in PythonStrong working knowledge of server-side development in NodeJSExperience and working knowledge of Java and C++ Extensive experience with Web-based service and relational (ORACLE DB) and NoSQL DBs (Mongo DB)Extensive experience working with JSON, XML, RESTful API/ GraphQLExperience working in Agile “scrum” Framework. Experience with containers and KubernetesStrong technical knowledge and analytical abilitiesClient facing and/or consulting experience is a must. Phenomenal communicators who can explain and present concepts to technical and non-technical audiences alike, including high level decision makers. Front-end technologies such as React, Angular, or comparable modern UI framework experience are not required but would be considered an asset.

The salary range for this position takes into consideration a variety of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, level of experience, applicable office location, training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The new hire salary range displays the minimum and maximum salary targets for this position across all US locations, and the range has not been adjusted for any specific state differentials. It is not typical for a candidate to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the unique facts and circumstances regarding each candidate. A reasonable estimate of the current salary range for this position is $64,974 to $149,880. Please note that the salary range posted reflects the base salary only and does not include benefits or any potential equity or variable bonus programs. Information regarding the benefits available for this position are in this overview .

Who We Are

Perficient is a leading global digital consultancy. We imagine, create, engineer, and run digital transformation solutions that help our clients exceed customers’ expectations, outpace competition, and grow their business. With unparalleled strategy, creative, and technology capabilities, our colleagues bring big thinking and innovative ideas, along with a practical approach to help our clients – the world’s largest enterprises and biggest brands succeed.

What We Believe

At Perficient, we promise to challenge, champion, and celebrate our people. You will experience a unique and collaborative culture that values every voice. Join our team, and you’ll become part of something truly special.

We believe in developing a workforce that is as diverse and inclusive as the clients we work with. We’re committed to actively listening, learning, and acting to further advance our organization, our communities, and our future leaders… and we’re not done yet.

Perficient, Inc. proudly provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Perficient, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Perficient, Inc. expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or covered veterans. Improper interference with the ability of Perficient, Inc. employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

Disability Accommodations:

Perficient is committed to providing a barrier-free employment process with reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us.

About Us

Perficient is always looking for the best and brightest talent and we need you! We’re a quickly growing, global digital consulting leader, and we’re transforming the world’s largest enterprises and biggest brands. You’ll work with the latest technologies, expand your skills, experience work-life balance, and become a part of our global community of talented, diverse, and knowledgeable colleagues.

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Key Skills

• Backend
• MongoDB
• Kubernetes
• NoSQL