Django Developer

American Iron & Metal (AIM) is a family-owned company and recognized global leader in the metal recycling industry with more than 125 sites and 3500 employees worldwide. We have continued to prosper for the last eight decades (we just celebrated our 86th birthday!) thanks to the dedication of our employees and the ongoing trust and support of our customers.   

Become part of team AIM, a growing team with an entrepreneurial spirit who has over the years evolved into a successful and multifaceted company with business divisions that include metal recycling, decommissioning and demolition, auto-parts sales and recycling, manufacturing of solder assemblies, construction waste recycling, and production of customized industrial and mining products.

We take pride in doing good things for the environment to help create a greener, more sustainable future for all.   

It’s simple; we do it right. We AIM for excellence.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and driven Django Developer to join our growing development team. This role is ideal for a developer with at least two years of experience who is passionate about building robust web applications and collaborating across departments to create scalable, user-centric solutions. The ideal candidate will work closely with senior engineers and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products aligned with business goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• You will develop, test, and maintain web-based applications using Django and JavaScript frameworks
• You will design and implement new product features and enhancements
• You will debug and resolve issues across the full stack
• You will Assist in organizing and documenting requirements from business stakeholders
• You will participate in code reviews, design discussions, and development planning
• You collaborate with internal stakeholders (Sales, Admin, Support) to refine feature requirements
• You build and maintain ETL pipelines and data transformations for Power BI reporting
• You develop integrations with external systems (e.g., ERP, email, data APIs)

You can contribute to improving overall system performance, scalability, and reliability

Qualifications & Skills:

• 2+ years of experience with Django and Python for backend development
• 2+ years of experience with modern JavaScript frameworks (preferably Vue.js)
• Proficiency with relational databases, particularly PostgreSQL
• Familiarity with RESTful API development and integration
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure
• Solid understanding of full-stack architecture and deployment
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Strong ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Preferred Experience:

• Experience designing and maintaining ETL pipelines
• Exposure to business intelligence tools such as Power BI
• Knowledge of ERP system integrations

• Why Join Us?

• Collaborative, supportive team environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and learning
• Work on meaningful, high-impact projects that serve real user needs

What we offer: 

• A competitive wage,  vacation, benefits and a 401k matching program
• The tools and support needed to be successful in your career and professional development
• A dynamic & rewarding work environment
• Base Salary + Commission Pay, Full Benefit Package