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Lead Backend Developer, Python

Left Field Labs

Overview

We are seeking a Freelance Lead Backend Software Developer to join our product development team at Left Field Labs. This role involves collaborating with our Engineering Lead, Front-End Developers, and other team members to design and implement robust and extensible APIs and back-end architecture for various complex software platforms.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development of multi-tier environments using a variety of storage, caching, and state-driven endpoint options.
  • Provide leadership and direction on data modeling, controller code, session management, authentication, authorization, security, scalability, testability, and integrations with remote systems.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience with Python (8+ years).
  • Experience with Flask & Django (3+ years).
  • Strong experience with SQL databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) through both ORM and native SQL.
  • Experience working with microservices and containers.
  • Expertise in REST API development.
  • Proficiency with package managers and environment tools (pip, virtualenv, npm, yarn).
  • Comfortable working in Mac and Linux environments, including command line.
  • Experience developing and deploying on cloud computing platforms, preferably Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
  • Basic working knowledge of modern JavaScript/TypeScript.
  • Experience writing and running unit tests.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or equivalent work experience.

Bonus Points

  • Experience creating and maintaining Docker containers.
  • Experience with container orchestration tools like Kubernetes.
  • Knowledge and interest in automation and scripting (including bash scripts).
  • Experience with NoSQL databases (e.g., Firestore, MongoDB).
  • Experience with Message Queues (Google Pub/Sub, RabbitMQ, etc).
  • Prior working experience for a startup or an agency.

About Us

Left Field Labs is a team of engineers, designers, strategists, information architects, and creative technologists who thrive at the intersection of imagination and scientific rigor. We aim to inspire a more positive world by being a driving force for culture, innovation, and invention. We operate fully remote, allowing our team members the flexibility to work from anywhere within the U.S. and Canada time zones while maintaining a balanced relationship with their personal life.

Join us if you are passionate about crafting unique solutions through empathy, thrive in a collaborative environment, and are ready to take on new challenges.

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