Position: Lead Python Engineer (AdTech)
Company: Star
Category: Python
Experience required: 5y
English level: upper
Published: 2022-03-01T00:00:00+02:00

**The Client**
The concept of the platform is to function as a cross-organization “operating system,” similar to a centralized hub for distributed innovation.
The platform will become an entry point to different target audiences keen on using their own and third-party digital products while contributing to the development of new applications.

Technology stack:
Python 3.8;
Frameworks/libraries: Flask, SQLAlchemy, FastAPI;
Databases: PostgreSQL, Redis;
Other: Docker, GCP, Apache Kafka, Keycloak, Okta.

**The Opportunity**
This is an excellent opportunity to work in a cross-functional, product-driven team while fueling the AdTech industry. There are multiple exciting challenges along the way, including microservice engagement, managing and maintaining various integrations, and participating in research, discussions and decisions on software architecture.

**Qualifications & experience:**
5+ years of Python development experience;
Strong knowledge of OOP/OOD;
Good notion of RESTful services;
Strong knowledge of Python 3.x, Flask or Django;
Hands-on experience with RDBMS and ORMs.

**Would be a plus:**
Experience with GCP or other Cloud provider;
Understanding of Microservices approaches and practices;
Experience with Docker;
Experience in SSO and authorization systems.

**Responsibilities:**
Bridge the gap between high-level architecture, detailed solutions and design input needed to deliver the product;
Communicating with the client’s technical team;
Lead a development team;
Work closely with product management on understanding requirements and translating into technical solutions;
Jump in and solve complex technical problems and design issues;
Сontribute to the best engineering practices.

**Compensation and Benefits**
We offer a rewarding compensation and benefits package, intellectually and creatively stimulating environment, professional flexibility and unique international travel opportunities.

Star is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that equity, diversity and inclusion are key to our ability to provide our clients and crew members with unique business and career outcomes. Your race, color, ancestry, religion, gender, identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability have no effect on our hiring decisions. If you have a special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.