Python Engineer III

Responsibilities:

• The main responsibilities of a Python Engineer include writing and testing code, debugging programs and integrating applications with third-party web services.
• Write effective, scalable code
• Develop back-end components to improve responsiveness and overall performance
• Integrate user-facing elements into applications
• Review and approve modifications to existing software to correct errors, allow it to adapt to new hardware, or to improve its performance
• Develop and direct software system testing and validation procedures, programming, and documentation.
• Improve functionality of existing systems
• Implement security and data protection solutions
• Assess and prioritize feature requests
• Coordinate with internal teams to understand user requirements and provide technical solutions
• Counsel customers about software system design and maintenance.
• Supervise the work of programmers, technologists and technicians and other engineering and scientific personnel.

Requirements:

• Hands-on experience in at least one popular Python framework (like Django, Flask or Pyramid)
• Knowledge of object-relational mapping (ORM)
• Verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Strong ability to work independently and manage one’s time.
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team
• Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, electronic equipment and computer hardware and software.
• Knowledge of design techniques and principles involved in production of drawings and models.
• Familiarity with front-end technologies (like JavaScript and HTML5)
• Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering or relevant field required.
• Top 3 must-have Hard skills: Python experience (5+ years) - Pandas or Python in general
• Good to have skills: Experience working with consumer electronics
• Story Behind the Need – Business Group & Key Projects: Smart glasses
• Compelling Story & Candidate Value Proposition: Smart glasses product
• Typical Day in the Role: Coding and debugging hardware - head down and some meetings
• How will performance be measured: Meeting their deliverables