Senior Python Developer

Nile Bits, LLC.

. Design, develop, and implement new functionality for decoupled backend services .

Posted 10/25/2026full-timeRemote • EgyptSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in backend application development using Python and Django, with a strong focus on performance optimization, system architecture, and mentoring team members. Proficient in utilizing AI-powered development tools and maintaining high-quality software solutions through effective collaboration and technical documentation.

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Python DevelopmentDjango FrameworkRESTful API DesignPerformance OptimizationTechnical Documentation

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Hard Skills

Backend Application DevelopmentDjango ORMRelational DatabasesMySQLDistributed SystemsAsynchronous MessagingObject-Oriented ProgrammingSoftware Design PatternsGit Version ControlDebugging and Troubleshooting

Soft Skills

CommunicationCollaborationMentoringProblem-SolvingOwnership

Tools & Technologies

New RelicClaude CodeGitHub CopilotCodexCeleryRedisMemcachedElasticsearch

Industry Keywords

Agile DevelopmentScrumSoftware Engineering Best PracticesTechnical DesignSystem Efficiency

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudDistributed SystemsDjangoElasticSearchGraphQLMySQLPythonRedisSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, develop, and implement new functionality for decoupled backend services
Maintain, enhance, and refactor existing backend applications to improve scalability, reliability, and maintainability
Analyze and optimize application performance, database queries, and overall system efficiency
Own backend services throughout their lifecycle, including architecture, deployment, production support, monitoring, and continuous improvement
Participate in technical design discussions, solution architecture, and project planning sessions
Collaborate with engineers, product managers, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality software solutions
Review code, provide constructive feedback, and champion engineering best practices
Mentor and support team members by sharing technical expertise and assisting with complex engineering challenges
Troubleshoot production issues using profiling, monitoring, logging, and diagnostic tools
Produce and maintain technical documentation, architectural diagrams, and design specifications
Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend improvements to the engineering stack
Use AI-powered development tools such as Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, or Codex to accelerate development while ensuring quality, correctness, security, and maintainability

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 5 years of professional experience developing backend applications with Python
Strong commercial experience building web applications using Django and the Django ORM
Solid experience working with relational databases, particularly MySQL
Experience designing, developing, and consuming RESTful APIs, GraphQL, or similar service interfaces
Experience working with distributed systems and asynchronous messaging technologies such as Celery
Strong understanding of object-oriented programming, software design patterns, clean architecture, and distributed system design
Experience using Git-based version control workflows, including branching strategies, pull requests, and code reviews
Experience writing technical documentation and software design specifications
Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and performance optimization skills using profiling tools, SQL execution plans, application monitoring tools such as New Relic, and related technologies
Ability to work independently, take ownership of technical solutions, prioritize tasks effectively, and proactively resolve issues
Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to participate in technical discussions and mentor other engineers
Preferred: experience with Redis, Memcached, Elasticsearch, and Celery
Preferred: experience building, deploying, and operating cloud-native or highly scalable backend services
Preferred: experience working within Agile/Scrum development environments
Preferred: hands-on experience using AI-assisted development tools such as Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, or Codex
Preferred: experience mentoring junior and mid-level engineers and contributing to engineering standards and best practices

Benefits

Comp & perks

21 days of annual leave
Permanent employment
Remote work arrangement