Python Developer – Dublin Client Our Client is one of the leading reinsurance service providers across the globe. Their technological platform is constantly evolving as they apply new and emerging technologies to their expanding business. Project overview The client’s technological platform is continuously evolving as they integrate new and emerging technologies to support their growing business. The team manages the applications that are central to the client’s core business strategy and provides support for a global user base. Due to the dynamic nature of the client’s business, high levels of agility are required, demanding that the team maintain technical excellence.
This project is part of the client’s global technology modernization roadmap, aimed at equipping one of their key lines of business with the necessary technology to tackle modern market challenges and opportunities. The development focuses on core business applications using a modern AWS toolset, with Python on the backend. Since the project is in its early stages, much of the work involves architecture design, technology selection, and proof-of-concept (POC) activities. Position overview Join a dynamic team to design and develop AWS-enabled solutions using Python.
This vacancy is open for hiring in Dublin, Ireland. Responsibilities
Design and develop of AWS-enabled solutions using Python as the main programming language
Ensure newly developed applications have sufficient test coverage with a strong preference towards automated test suites
Ensure application observability using standard AWS tools and services
Collaborate with the broader development team on shared architecture, best practices, and development culture
Provide guidance on the technological and methodological direction of systems in support of business strategies
Requirements
Extensive experience in Python development
Detailed knowledge of AWS services in the context of building serverless backend applications that expose secure APIs and utilise parallel computing techniques, messaging and data volume intensive workflows
Hands-on experience with automated deployment of AWS stack to development and production environments
Experience in analysis and resolution of typical AWS performance bottlenecks
Solid Linux and scripting background
Passion for automation, testing and choosing the best tool for the job
General problem-solving mentality. The ability to collaborate with different teams on solutions for a variety of different business, code & data-related issues
Strong communication skills
Nice to have
Experience with CI/CD workflows supported by GitHub actions
Experience in developing applications using Serverless framework
Prior experience in working in the Financial Services/Insurance industry
Prior experience working in an Agile/Scrum development environment