Django Backend Lead Developer

Job Title: Django Backend Lead Developer
Duration: 6 Months Contract
Location: Jersey City, NJ 07311
Hybrid schedule: 2 or 3 days onsite/week
Job Experience Level: Senior (10 Years)

Job Overview: We are seeking an experienced Django Backend Lead Developer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in backend development, cloud technologies, and bigdata processing. This role involves leading technical projects, mentoring junior developers, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development of backend systems using Django.
• Design and implement scalable and secure APIs.
• Integrate Azure Cloud services for application deployment and management.
• Collaborate with front-end developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to deliver comprehensive solutions.
• Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to best practices.
• Mentor and guide junior developers.
• Optimize database performance and manage data storage solutions.
• Ensure high performance and security standards for applications.
• Participate in architecture design and technical decision-making.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 10 years of experience in backend development.
• 10 years of experience with Django.
• Proven experience with Azure Cloud services.
• Candidate should demonstrate strong commitment, a proactive mindset, and a clear sense of ownership in delivering outcomes.
• Strong understanding of RESTful APIs and web services.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies.
• Experience with database management (SQL and NoSQL).

Skills: Django, Python, Azure Cloud, Azure Databricks, Delta Lake and Delta tables, PySpark, SQL/NoSQL databases, RESTful APIs, Git, and Agile methodologies