FreeWheel, a Comcast company, seeks a Senior Backend Python Developer to design, develop, and maintain software and web applications supporting DSP digital real-time bidding campaigns. Responsibilities include collaborating with stakeholders, designing and updating software, training junior engineers, documenting technical requirements, providing technical leadership, tracking performance metrics, working with QA, and liaising with vendors. Required skills include 4+ years with Python and Django, RESTful API development, PHP, Kubernetes/EKS, AWS, and production deployment experience. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience is required. The role is full-time based in Chicago, Illinois. Salary range is $129,515.93 to $194,273.89 depending on experience. Benefits include bonuses, comprehensive support for physical, financial, and emotional well-being, and personalized guidance.
What you'll do
Collaborate with project stakeholders to identify product and technical requirements
Design new software and web applications, support applications under development, and customize current applications
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Requirements
4+ years of experience working with Python and Django
Experience creating/developing RESTful APIs using Django
Experience with PHP
Experience with Kubernetes/EKS, AWS, owning production deployments at scale for critical backend services
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related technical field or equivalent experience
Tech stack
PythonDjangoRESTful APIsPHPKubernetesEKSAWS
Benefits
Base pay within range $129,515.93 - $194,273.89 dependent on experienceBonus eligibility for non-sales positionsComprehensive benefits supporting physical, financial, and emotional well-beingAccess to expert guidance and personalized support tools
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