Senior Software Developer (Python) - All Genders

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Lightspeed is looking for a Senior Python Developer to join our team. As a Backend developer, you will support Lightspeed's Hospitality product group on the mission to expand our reach into new markets and countries while enhancing our advanced hospitality commerce platform. 

For this role specifically, you will join our Recommendations Squad. In this team, you will play a key part in developing and optimizing recommendation algorithms, building scalable APIs, and integrating various systems into our products. You will collaborate closely with engineers, data scientists, and product teams to create high-quality, personalized experiences for our users.

Above all, your work will change the way the world experiences hospitality!

What you’ll be responsible for:

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable and efficient backend systems using Python.
• Implement and optimize recommendation algorithms to enhance user experience.
• Develop and maintain robust APIs and microservices for seamless system integration.
• Work with data engineers and machine learning teams to process and utilize large datasets effectively.
• Writing clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives and enhance development practices.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, ensuring system reliability and scalability.
• Extending your very own skills by learning from and growing with the team.

What you’ll be bringing to the team:

• 5+ years of experience in software development with a strong focus on Python.
• Strong English communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within a team.
• Hands-on experience with RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Strong understanding of scalability, performance optimization, and distributed systems.
• Experience with databases such as MySQL or DynamoDB.
• Knowledge of monitoring applications for performance and reliability
• Hands-on experience with Kafka.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to clean code, maintainability, and systematic correctness.

Even better if you have, but not necessary:

• Experience working with recommendation systems, machine learning models, or data-driven applications.
• Experience in Agile development environments.
• Understanding of networking fundamentals (HTTP, TCP, TLS, etc.).
• Proficiency with CI/CD systems, Docker, and Kubernetes.
• Experience with cloud environments like AWS or GCP.
• Computer Science degree or equivalent.

Who you are

• You are a team player who likes to contribute to discussions and share your experience.
• You are self-motivated and can function effectively in a team environment with minimum supervision.
• You are always seeking improvement and progress.
• You are eager to make decisions and not afraid of making mistakes.

What’s in it for you

Come live the Lightspeed experience...

• Lots of autonomy, flexible work culture, and the possibility of remote work;
• Development of very high-traffic products used at a global scale;
• Exposure to modern and proven technology;
• Opportunity to learn and expand your skill set;
• Tons of growth opportunities in technical or people management roles;
• Excellent benefits & perks, including equity for all Lightspeeders;
• Opportunity to join a fast-paced, high-growth company;
• Become a valued part of the diverse and inclusive Lightspeed culture. 

… and enjoy a range of benefits that’ll keep you happy and healthy:

• Lightspeed share scheme (we are all owners);
• Flexible working policy;
• Mental health online platform and counseling & coaching services;
• ​​Health and wellness benefits;
• LinkedIn Learning license (learning is always ongoing);
• Volunteer day to be able to give back to society!