Join 1872 Consulting as a Junior Python Backend Developer. You'll work on developing and maintaining server-side logic for our client's web applications. This role involves collaborating with a team to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic, ensuring high performance and responsiveness. You will gain hands-on experience with Django, REST APIs, and database management in a fast-paced, supportive environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a developer looking to build a strong foundation in backend technologies and contribute to meaningful projects from day one.

We are seeking a motivated Junior Python Backend Developer to support our team on a contract basis. In this role, you will be responsible for writing clean, efficient, and maintainable code for our client's core applications. You will work closely with front-end developers, project managers, and other stakeholders to deliver robust and scalable backend solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain server-side application logic using Python and the Django framework.
• Design and implement RESTful APIs to be consumed by front-end applications.
• Assist in the management and optimization of PostgreSQL databases.
• Write and maintain unit tests to ensure code quality and reliability.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues in the backend systems, providing timely resolutions.
• Participate in code reviews to maintain high standards of code quality.
• Collaborate with the team using agile methodologies to deliver features iteratively.

This role is ideal for a candidate with a solid understanding of Python and a passion for backend development. You should be a problem-solver who is eager to learn and grow within a professional consulting environment. You will be mentored by senior developers and have the opportunity to contribute to a variety of challenging projects, enhancing your skills in software architecture and cloud services.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 1-2 years of experience with Python development, preferably with Django or Flask.
• Basic understanding of RESTful APIs and web services.
• Familiarity with relational databases like PostgreSQL or MySQL.
• Proficiency with Git version control.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

• Fully remote work environment.
• Mentorship from senior engineers.
• Exposure to large-scale application development.
• Competitive hourly compensation.