Lead Python Developer

Are you ready to take on the challenge?

Django Stars is looking for an experienced Lead Python Developer to build a high-value web app from scratch with modern technology stack.

Requirements:

Tech Skills:

• Strong expertise in Python and Django;
• Experience working with the databases;
• Experience with building integrations with cloud-based services;
• Knowledge in DDD, Patterns, S.O.L.I.D. ;
• Passionate about developing and designing complex architectures;
• Work well in an experienced team with the ability to work independently on significant pieces of functionality (gathering requirements, preparing the design, and implementation);
• Django REST Framework & Celery knowledge;
• Understanding of REST principles;
• The knowledge of basic HTTP principles;
• Experience with git & GitHub, git-flow;
• Good spoken English.

Soft Skills:

• Team Leadership (leading and motivating);
• Presentation skills (conference speaker experience as a plus));
• Communication skills ;
• Developing individuals (coaching and mentoring);
• Team and Project Management (people, scope, budget, timelines, risks, etc.);
• Difficult interactions;
• Time Management ;
• Stress Management;
• Innovation and creativity (own pet projects, own start-ups as a plus).

Would be a plus:

• Advanced knowledge of PostgreSQL;
• Familiarity with MongoDB;
• Experience with AngularJS, Backbone.js, jQuery, React;
• Mathematics or informatics education;
• Knowledge of the agile & scrum.

We offer:

• Interesting projects mostly related but not limited to Finance & Banking, Travel & Booking, Taxi & Transportation industries;
• Flexible schedule (say no to exhausting 9 — 18);
• Cozy office located near the underground station;
• Crazy and friendly team of people to work with and to learn from;
• English speaking club and grammar lessons;
• Gaming zone;
• Conferences;
• Team buildings;
• A lot of challenges and fun.