Senior Python/Django Developer

<p dir="ltr"><strong>About Gapstars</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Gapstars is a Netherlands, Portugal, and Sri Lanka-based software development services provider of 200+ TechStars, working with the most innovative tech companies.</p> <p dir="ltr"><br/></p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Join a team that you can make an impact on!</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Our client is a software development team dedicated to delivering practical, high-quality solutions for a variety of customers and projects where you can make an impact on. We're currently seeking an experienced Senior Django Developer who likes to join in on hands-on development, continuous learning, delving into other tech stacks, who doesn't shy away from dealing with legacy code in complex projects.</p> <p dir="ltr"><br/></p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>About the Job:</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">As a Senior Django Developer, you'll work on a variety of Django projects, balancing feature implementation with refactoring and future-proofing many of the products we build and maintain for our customers. We value quality and practical technical craftsmanship.</p> <p dir="ltr"><br/></p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p> <ul><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Leverage your extensive knowledge of Django and Django REST framework to craft technically excellent web applications.</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Improve existing code, identifying opportunities for enhancement and refactoring.</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Collaborate in a cross-functional team in an agile/scrum environment.</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Write clean, comprehensible code that encourages collaboration and knowledge sharing within the team.</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Prioritize monitoring and performance optimization; we use Icinga with VoIP/SMS/Email integration.</p></li></ul> <h3>Requirements</h3> <p dir="ltr"><br/></p> <ul><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in Django software development, with expertise in Django REST framework.</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">You have experience with test-driven development in order to maintain code integrity</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Experience with monitoring and performance optimization using Icinga with VoIP/SMS/Email</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Proven track record of embracing new technologies and tech stacks.</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">A dedicated learner with a commitment to self-improvement.</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Reliable and deadline-oriented.</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Tech-savvy with a drive for staying at the forefront of technology trends.</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Proficiency in English is essential.</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Committed to technical excellence and pragmatic solutions</p></li></ul> <p dir="ltr">Pluses are:</p> <ul><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Experience with guiding junior developers, making technical roadmaps.</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Experience with front-end development (React).</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Experience with CI/CD</p></li></ul> <p dir="ltr"><em>Gapstars believes in offering equal opportunities to everyone, irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, race, or religion. We aim to thrive through diversity!</em><br/></p>