Senior Backend Engineer Python/Django

6 days ago


Chicago, IL, United States eTeam Full time

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Role Name: Senior Backend Engineer Python/Django (GCP Focus)
Location: Chicago, IL Onsite
Contract

JOB DESCRIPTION:
Senior Backend Engineer with deep expertise in Python, Django, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
This role will focus on building scalable backend services, secure APIs, and cloud-native applications using modern DevOps practices and AI integrations.

Key Responsibilities
• Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Python 3.x, Django 5.x, and Django REST Framework
• Architect and optimize databases using PostgreSQL v14+ or AlloyDB
• Implement secure authentication and authorization flows using SAML
• Build and deploy microservices on Google Cloud Platform, especially Cloud Run
• Integrate and manage CI/CD pipelines using Bitbucket and Jenkins
• Collaborate with frontend, DevOps, and product teams to deliver high-quality features
• Work with LLMs like Google Gemini and OpenAI for intelligent automation and data enrichment
• Containerize applications using Docker and contribute to deployment pipeline automation

Required Qualifications
• 5+ years of professional experience in backend development
• Strong proficiency in Python and Django
• Hands-on experience with Django REST Framework
• Solid understanding of PostgreSQL or AlloyDB performance tuning and schema design
• Experience with SAML for enterprise-grade authentication
• Proven experience deploying applications on Google Cloud Platform, especially Cloud Run
• Familiarity with Bitbucket and Jenkins for version control and CI/CD
• Exposure to LLMs (Google Gemini, OpenAI) in production or experimental environments
• Strong knowledge of Docker and container orchestration
• Experience automating deployment pipelines and infrastructure as code
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and collaborative development practices



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