Job opening: Senior Software Engineer (Python) - Sphynx Technology Solutions AG

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-quality, scalable, and efficient Python-based applications, services, and APIs;
• Collaborate with software engineering teams to define infrastructure requirements and ensure seamless integration with software applications.
• Implement and maintain infrastructure as code principles to achieve efficient and repeatable deployments;
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies, tools, and practices to improve infrastructure automation and efficiency;
• Troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure issues, ensuring high availability and performance of critical systems;
• Implement and maintain monitoring, logging, and alerting systems to proactively identify and address infrastructure-related problems;
• Collaborate with security teams to ensure adherence to security best practices and compliance requirements;
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior team members, promoting knowledge sharing and continuous learning;
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in Python development.

Required Education, Experience, and Skills

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field;
• Proven experience as a Senior Software Engineer (5+ years) focusing on infrastructure automation and Python;
• Strong proficiency in Python and its frameworks (e.g., Django), with a deep understanding of object-oriented programming;
• Expertise in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for automation and orchestration tasks;
• Knowledge of software testing methodologies and experience with unit testing, test-driven development (TDD), and behavioural-driven development (BDD);
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and related tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD);
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze and resolve complex technical issues;
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams;
• Demonstrated ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and deliver high-quality results within deadlines;
• Continuous learning mindset and a passion for staying updated with the latest technologies and industry trends.

Desirable education, experience, and skills

• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure) and related services (e.g., Lambda, EC2, S3) is desirable;
• Familiarity with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).

What do we offer

The successful candidate (s) will be provided:

• Competitive remuneration package adjusted to proven skills and experience;
• Excellent working conditions;
• Exposure to training and professional development capabilities, including the ability to engage in cutting-edge research;
• Exposure to international clients and collaborators;