Overview
- We are seeking a passionate and motivated Software Engineer - Python Backend Developer with 1-2 years of experience to join our growing Product Engineering team. This role is ideal for developers who enjoy building scalable backend applications, developing robust APIs, and working on modern cloud-native solutions.
- As a member of our engineering team, you will contribute to the design, development, enhancement, and support of innovative product capabilities while working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You will have the opportunity to learn from experienced engineers, work with modern technologies, and play a meaningful role in delivering high-quality software solutions.
Our Current Technical Environment
- Technologies: Python, FastAPI, REST APIs, JSON, SQL Alchemy, Pydantic, PostgreSQL/MySQL, Redis, MongoDB, Git/GitHub
- Cloud & DevOps: Docker, CI/CD pipelines, GitHub Actions/Jenkins, Azure (good to have)
- Architecture: Microservices architecture, Scalable and secure backend services
What You'll Do
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services and RESTful APIs using Python and FastAPI.
- Build high-quality, reusable, and maintainable code following engineering best practices.
- Develop new product features and enhance existing platform capabilities.
- Integrate with databases, external services, and third-party APIs.
- Deploy, manage, and troubleshoot containerized applications on Kubernetes to ensure scalability, reliability, and high availability of backend services.
- Collaborate with DevOps and Platform Engineering teams to optimize Kubernetes deployments, resource utilization, monitoring, and production operations.
- Participate in code reviews and implement engineering best practices.
- Write unit tests and support quality assurance initiatives.
- Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve application and production issues.
- Support product releases and deployment activities.
- Monitor and maintain services running in Kubernetes environments, proactively identifying and resolving performance, scalability, and operational issues.
What We Are Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
- 1-2 years of hands-on experience in Python backend development.
- Strong understanding of Python programming fundamentals and Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) concepts.
- Hands-on experience with FastAPI or similar Python frameworks such as Flask or Django.
- Experience developing and consuming RESTful APIs.
- Good understanding of software development principles, data structures, and algorithms.
- Experience working with relational databases such as PostgreSQL or MySQL.
- Familiarity with SQLAlchemy ORM is a strong advantage.
- Exposure to MongoDB, Redis, or other modern data stores is a plus.
- Strong understanding of version control systems, preferably Git/GitHub.
- Experience with Docker and Kubernetes is required.
- Hands-on experience deploying, managing, and troubleshooting applications in Kubernetes environments.
- Exposure to CI/CD pipelines, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, and cloud platforms such as Azure is preferred.
- Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development methodologies.
- Strong debugging, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to learn new technologies.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced product engineering environment.
Our Values
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field
- 1-2 years hands-on experience in Python backend development
- Strong understanding of Python programming fundamentals and Object-Oriented Programming
- Hands-on experience with FastAPI or similar Python frameworks (Flask, Django)
- Experience developing and consuming RESTful APIs
- Experience with relational databases such as PostgreSQL or MySQL
- Familiarity with SQLAlchemy ORM
- Experience with Docker
- Experience with Kubernetes including deploying, managing, and troubleshooting applications
- Experience with version control systems (preferably Git/GitHub)
- Exposure to MongoDB, Redis, or other modern data stores
- Exposure to CI/CD pipelines, GitHub Actions or Jenkins
- Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development methodologies
- Strong debugging, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Blue Yonder Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Blue Yonder and has not been reviewed or approved by Blue Yonder.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO is described as generous or “unlimited” in the U.S., alongside paid holidays, sick time, and two paid volunteer days. These policies are often highlighted as strengths that support work–life balance.
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Flexible Benefits — Remote-work options and flexible arrangements are emphasized as part of the package. This flexibility is valued alongside compensation and can help offset middling pay for some roles.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage are provided, with mental health/EAP support and HSA/FSA options referenced. These core coverages are portrayed as solid and comprehensive.
Blue Yonder Insights
What We Do
Blue Yonder is the world leader in digital supply chain and omni-channel commerce fulfillment. Our intelligent, end-to-end platform enables retailers, manufacturers and logistics providers to seamlessly predict, pivot and fulfill customer demand. With Blue Yonder, you can make more automated, profitable business decisions that deliver greater growth and re-imagined customer experiences. Blue Yonder - Fulfill your Potential Blue Yonder’s tagline “Fulfill Your Potential” reflects the company’s mission to empower every organization and person on the planet to fulfill their potential. Each day, our global teams of associates and business partners work together to accelerate global economic growth, increase sustainability and prosperity with a Sonoran Spirit.
