Lead Python Web Engineer

Want to help build a world that works better for everyone? Kin + Carta is a global digital transformation consultancy that makes a difference to the billions who now work, play, shop, communicate and share online.

Join a global team of curious and diverse minds in connecting people, data and technology to produce amazing experiences for some of the world’s most influential companies. Become a maker, builder or creator as we explore the possibilities of sustainable digital technology, helping clients to rapidly innovate, modernize their systems, enable their teams, and optimize for continued growth. 

We focus on tech but we’re a proudly inclusive business with trust and human connection at its heart. People, the planet, and profit matter equally to us which is why we’re a certified B Corporation in the United States and Europe. 

The role in a nutshell:

Join our dynamic team as a Lead Python Developer. We are looking for an experienced professional to lead the development of complex software solutions using Python and Django. You will architect scalable systems, mentor developers, and foster a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will have expertise in software architecture, AWS, event-driven architecture, and domain-driven design. This role demands strong problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills to inspire the team and uphold coding standards.

What you can expect

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• Lead the development and implementation of complex software solutions using Python and Django.
  
• Architect and design scalable and maintainable software systems.
  
• Mentor and guide junior and senior developers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
  
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
  
• Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to best practices and coding standards.
  
• Identify and resolve performance and scalability issues.
  
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies, advocating for continuous improvement and innovation.
  

The type of person we’d like to meet:

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• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  
• Proven experience as a Lead Developer or in a similar senior role.
  
• 5+ years of experience in Python and Django, with a deep understanding of their ecosystems.
  
• Strong knowledge of software architecture principles and design patterns.
  
• Strong knowledge and experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and ORM.
  
• Strong knowledge and experience with AWS and more specifically - Lambda, RDS, S3, EventBridge
  
• Strong knowledge and experience with Event-Driven architecture
  
• Strong knowledge and experience with Domain Driven Design
  
• Understanding of Agile methodologies and project management tools.
  
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to manage and inspire a team.
  
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD pipelines.
  
• Good communication skills
  
• Good command of English (reading, writing, speaking)
  

Nice to have:

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• Familiarity with front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript).
  
• Experience with microservices architecture.
  
• Understanding of DevOps practices and tools.
  

What we offer

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• This is a full-time position that comes with an attractive compensation;
  
• Premium health insurance that guarantees fast access to contracted health services in Kosovo, Albania, North Macedonia, Bosnia & Hercegovina, Serbia, Slovenia, and Croatia;
  
• Vacation Plan;
  
• Mental Health Support Program;
  
• Great opportunity for career development;
  
• Training policy for technical and other skills-related events, courses, and certifications;
  
• Performance Policy that paves the roadmap for personal career development;
  
• Hybrid working mode;
  
• Access to e-learning platforms like Udemy, Coursera, etc;
  
• Refreshments at our offices;
  
• The annual team building that gathers together the offices from Prishtina, Sofia, Veliko Tarnovo, and Skopje.
  

The interview process at Kin + Carta

Here’s what to expect from the interview process at Kin + Carta: 

Intro Call with the Talent Team (30 mins) – If your skills and experience match the role requirements, our Talent team will contact you to arrange a Zoom call. The aim of this call is to get to know you and for you to find out more about Kin + Carta. After this call, if we feel like you are a good match for the role, you’ll be invited to a First-stage interview.

First-Stage Interview (90 minutes) - This will be a Q&A-style interview lasting around 90 minutes. Apart from the conversational format, there'll also be a few tasks to assess your critical thinking and problem-solving. These tasks aim to understand your skills, experience, and motivations. You can also use this interview to ask us questions and learn more about us!

Making a Decision - Following the interview process, our hiring team will get together to discuss feedback and make a final decision. We aim to get back to you as soon as we possibly can! 

Our average recruitment process takes around three to four weeks. You will be assigned a dedicated member of our Talent team to support you throughout the process. 

We will always do our best to accommodate any reasonable adjustment requests. Please just let us know how we can make the interview process more accessible for you.