Senior Python Developer

Team: IT

Location: US

Commitment: Full-time

Workplace Type: remote

Accountabilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Python and frameworks such as FastAPI or Flask.

• Build and integrate RESTful APIs to support mobile application features, fan engagement functionalities, and digital service delivery.

• Implement AI-powered features by integrating services and models from providers such as OpenAI, Hugging Face, or similar platforms.

• Develop efficient asynchronous data flows and ensure reliable communication between application components and external services.

• Design, optimize, and maintain SQL and NoSQL databases to support performance, scalability, and data integrity.

• Implement secure authentication and authorization mechanisms, including OAuth2 and JWT, while following data privacy best practices.

• Containerize applications using Docker and support cloud deployment, preferably on Microsoft Azure.

• Contribute to CI/CD pipeline development, deployment automation, testing, and continuous improvement of development workflows.

• Collaborate with cross-functional team members to deliver reliable, user-focused solutions aligned with project objectives.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in Python development, ideally in building production-ready backend systems and scalable applications.

• Strong knowledge of FastAPI or Flask and experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs.

• Practical experience integrating AI and machine learning services through APIs, including OpenAI, Hugging Face, or comparable solutions.

• Solid understanding of asynchronous programming, JSON-based data exchange, and efficient data processing.

• Experience designing and working with relational and/or non-relational databases, including SQL and NoSQL technologies.

• Hands-on experience with Docker, cloud deployment, and CI/CD pipelines; familiarity with Microsoft Azure is a strong advantage.

• Good understanding of application security, authentication protocols, authorization, and data protection practices.

• Familiarity with Node.js is an advantage but not essential.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a remote team.

• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the flexibility to coordinate across working hours and contribute to an international development environment.

• Willingness to complete a HackerRank technical assessment as part of the recruitment process.

Benefits:

• Remote-first flexibility: Work remotely from Slovenia, with occasional in-person team sessions, workshops, or gatherings expected approximately once per quarter, likely in Prague.

• Flexible working hours: Expected collaboration overlap is approximately 9:00–10:00 and 18:00–19:00 CET, with flexibility for a wider overlap appreciated.

• Innovative project: Contribute to a high-impact mobile application designed to transform the football fan experience through technology and AI.

• Modern technology stack: Work with Python, API integrations, AI/ML services, Docker, and cloud infrastructure.

• International collaboration: Work with a distributed team in a collaborative environment focused on delivering a sophisticated digital product.

• Expected start date: As soon as possible.

• Technical assessment: A HackerRank challenge is part of the selection process.