FullStack Python Engineer
About the Role
We are looking for a FullStack Python Engineer with strong technical expertise and leadership skills to join our team. This role requires the ability to bridge business requirements with technical solutions, lead projects, and guide teams to deliver high-quality results on time and within budget.
Responsibilities
- Act as senior engineering representative in product development teams.
- Define and implement development standards and best practices.
- Identify risks and propose mitigation strategies with the PM.
- Participate in the full software development lifecycle (design, implementation, testing, support).
- Research, troubleshoot, and deliver effective technical solutions.
- Mentor and inspire team members, fostering collaboration and productivity.
- Support hiring, onboarding, and training of technical staff.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science (or equivalent experience).
- 5+ years of experience in Frontend Development.
- 5+ years of solid experience with Python and related frameworks.
- Strong knowledge of OOP, design patterns, algorithms, and scalable architectures.
- Proficiency with modern web technologies: JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript, HTML, CSS, REST, GraphQL.
- Experience with Docker, ORMs, unit testing, debugging, and Agile methodologies.
- Solid knowledge of relational and non-relational databases.
- Experience with version control tools (Git, GitHub, etc.).
- English proficiency (B2+).
Nice to Have
- Certifications in Python, Cloud, or Agile methodologies.
- Knowledge of mobile platforms (iOS/Android).
Soft Skills
- Strong communication and ability to explain complex ideas.
- Analytical mindset with problem-solving skills.
- Leadership, mentoring, and project management experience.
- Team collaboration, influence, and negotiation skills.
Top Skills
What We Do
Cognits is a trusted nearshore technology partner specializing in building innovative digital products, accelerating development roadmaps, and scaling teams efficiently.
Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, with centers in Guatemala and Colombia, Cognits proudly employs over 85 talented professionals in UX/UI, development, devops, scrum and QA, delivering high-end professional services with a user-centric and quality-focused approach.
Our clients are mid-market and small enterprise companies where we deploy a nearshore model to deliver custom product, website, and marketing solutions. Learn more at https://cognits.co.
