Senior Back End Python Developer

About TLC Solutions

TLC Solutions delivers, deploys, and supports modern technology and IT services to businesses, schools, and government organizations.

We distinguish ourselves from other IT service providers by offering complete managed service packages to our clients. We help our clients choose computers and devices that fit their needs, build and control servers, install and manage networks, and design, develop, and implement cloud solutions that bring value to their organization. We also provide our clients with IT management, remote support, and onsite desk-side support services.

In 1999, TLC Solutions onboarded our first client with a vision of providing managed IT services and communications in British Columbia. We are proud to serve this client still, and since our inception, we have grown to serve a broad range of businesses throughout BC, Alberta, and California. This growth is built on the same transparency, expertise, and reliability on which we were founded.

United by our core values of Joy, Teamwork, Honesty, Loyalty, and Accountability, TLC is on a journey to help people love technology and deliver Technolojoy!

About The Opportunity

Our awesome team has capitalized on the surge in demand for technology that's been occurring in the past few years and has been expanding rapidly. We are looking for a Back End Python Developer to help build RPA programs for our clients.

This position reports to the Director, Enterprise Software and can be remote anywhere in Canada.

Key Accountabilities

Build, maintain, and expand Robotic Process Automation (RPA) offerings for our clientsWork on third party integrationsCollaborate, support and share expertise with other team members.Take appropriate technical actions to ensure satisfaction and timely resolutionEnsure that all work is carried out and documented following existing standards, methods and proceduresDevelop and maintain essential technical documentationWork with stakeholders to identify requirements and attributes for B2B applicationsDevelop and design application architecture and database infrastructure for B2B applicationsDevelop and implement interfaces to connect applications to internal and external data sources, including import and export functionsTake appropriate technical actions to ensure satisfaction and timely resolutionProvide progress updates consistently to various stakeholdersUtilize industry best practices, techniques and standards throughout the project lifecyclesIdentify trends and patterns in application issues or monitoring alerts to shape recommendations for platform updates and processesEnsure that all work is carried out and documented following existing standards, methods and proceduresBuild educational, support and training materials, as required, for solutions proposed and implementedResearch and plan mitigation steps for security vulnerabilities and known issues in application platformsAssist TLC Solutions to continue to develop as an innovative IT consulting and management companyProvide exceptional customer service to all current and prospective clientsContinuous self-improvement through workshops, certifications, or job shadows

Key Qualifications & Experience

Consideration for the role is subject to the following qualifications or experience:

Minimum 3 years in an application development position or equivalent experience in supporting and maintaining codebases in business environments.Minimum 3 years of experience with each of the following frameworks:Python PostgreSQLDegree or technical diploma having a 2-year term within the field of Computer Science, Computer Systems Administration or equivalent from an accredited technical institutionExperience designing and implementing REST API'sExperience with C#, Django, and Azure is a plusExperience with unit testing and testing frameworks

Our Ideal Candidate Will Have

Certifications for application frameworks and technology stacksExperience with Azure cloud platformStrong organizational, communication and comprehension skillsProficiency with Microsoft Office platformsAbility to work as part of a team, and to work collaboratively with business development, project coordination and project delivery rolesExceptional ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships within all levels of the organizationWell-established time-management, organizational and prioritization skillsExceptional ability to listen, communicate and collaborateLegally allowed to work in Canada

What We Offer

RRSP matching (3%) programSocial committee/events and a commitment to our People & CultureThree weeks' vacation to start (plus your Birthday off)The flexibility of office location, WFO/WFH, and hoursStrong benefits package for all employees working more than 20 hours per week, including critical illness, medical, dental, orthodontics, and moreWe are offer career growth opportunities for all of our team members, over 20% of our team members have made career moves at TLC in 2023 alone. Professional development support including tuition reimbursement

NEXT STEPS

At TLC, we offer competitive wages, amazing work flexibility, and a strong sense of camaraderie built from a team focused on supporting each other through teamwork. If you want to play a hands-on role in an action-oriented organization then we would love to connect with you. Apply for this role on our company career page and start the application process.

Key Skills

• Backend
• PostgreSQL
• Azure
• REST APIs