Python Developer (Remote)

Silicon Valley Commerce LLC, a fast-growing e-commerce company based in the United States, is looking to hire a Python Developer to join our dynamic and growing team. This is a permanent and full-time work-from-home position. The ideal candidate will provide technical expertise in the creation of intuitive web applications that support the company’s business growth initiatives. You will be responsible for planning, building, and maintaining systems that support our core team as we explore new business opportunities, automations and innovations.

The ideal candidate will enjoy working both collaboratively and independently, favors iterative development approaches that would result in high-quality systems, possesses a range of technical skills, and exhibits a willingness to learn (and advocate for) new technologies when appropriate.

This position will collaborate with our stakeholders and/or relevant teams across all departments to implement agreed-upon projects, while working closely within the Engineering Team/Data Team. This position will report directly to the Engineering Tech Lead and Head of DTC Analytics.

Job Type: Full-Time
Job Level: Entry | Mid-Senior
Hourly Rate: $37 – $52 an hour (entry level) | $29 – $65 an hour (mid-senior level) – depending on experience

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

– Collaborate with project managers, designers, and other developers to understand project requirements and objectives.
– Work with Technical Leads to help translate business requirements into technical requirements, participate in code reviews, develop POCs, and maintain existing applications.
– Plan and assist in managing the integration and implementation of new technology.
– Guide and provide direction for projects.
– Responsible for solving highly technical and complex problems for several projects.
– Develop enterprise-level application or system solutions including major enhancements and interfaces, functions and features.
– Develop programming and development standards and procedures as well as programming architectures for code reuse.
– Troubleshoot cloud issues/failures and resolves alerts and performs remediation activities.
– Develop sound and trusted relationships with internal and external customers by providing accurate and efficient technical/engineering support and updates.
– Write high quality, maintainable code as a core member of the Engineering Team.
– Maintain the quality of your own code and provide feedback and support to the Engineering Team.
– Develop support documentation including risk logs and requirement specifications.
– Stay updated on industry trends and best practices to continually improve our technology.
– Employ a flexible attitude and can work constructively in a diverse team setting.
– Other ad hoc tasks that may be assigned from time to time.

Experience and Qualities we look for:

– Able to demonstrate with 4 to 5 years experience as Full-Stack Python Developer or similar role.
– With 3+ years experience designing, building, and deploying web applications.
– Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript and related frameworks/libraries (e.g., Angular, etc.).
– Solid understanding of responsive design principles and cross-browser compatibility.
– Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and modern development tools.
– Knowledge of SEO principles and best practices.
– Proven hands-on programming experience in Python language.
– Familiarity with Django framework.
– Understanding of UX/UI design principles.
– Experience with MySQL.
– Strong communication skills and ability to project-manage.
– Proven ability to build strong relationships at all levels throughout an organization in a collaborative and multicultural environment.
– A self-directed individual able to adapt quickly to changes in priorities and business conditions.
– Experience and comfort working in a fast-paced business environment with ability to consistently meet company goals.
– Superior analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to develop and communicate complex business strategies.
– You are hungry to learn, work, make changes and improve.
– Excellent organizational and time management skills.
– Possess rigorous attention to detail and impeccable work ethics.
– You are amazing at multitasking and you prioritize effectively.
– Excellent written and verbal communication skills in the English language.
– Basic Advanced experience with Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets.
– Able to work in the Eastern Standard Time Zone (UTC-05:00)
– Has a conducive work-from-home setup and a stable internet connection for team and client meetings.

Desired Education:

BS/MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, Web Development, or equivalent experience.

Bonus Points:

– Remote experience
– E-commerce experience (Amazon, Etsy, eBay, Shopify, Walmart, etc.)
– Familiarity with Slack, Asana, Hubstaff, and Google Suites

**Important** Please apply with your resume showing relevant work experience. Candidates should send a link to a portfolio of your work on Behance or Dribble and Github as proof of your experience and abilities.