Mid Python Backend Engineer

Volkswagen Group Services is excited to present a fantastic opportunity to join our Volkswagen Digital:Hub in Spain. As part of the global Software Development Centre network in the Volkswagen Group, we constantly seek talented individuals ready to bring their unique skills to our projects.
Our start-up environment is collaborative, innovative, and open to new ideas. We strive to cultivate a work culture that encourages individual growth, team empowerment, and project excellence. We value respect, teamwork, and the common purpose that binds us as a group. If you're ready to thrive in a dynamic start-up environment and be part of our family, supported by one of the largest companies in the world, we invite you to read further.

About the Team and the Hub:
•    Our culture is centered around fostering individual growth and team empowerment within a flexible and supportive environment.
•    We prioritize respect, teamwork, and inclusivity, recognizing and valuing the unique contributions of each member.
•    We embrace a work-life balance philosophy and encourage continuous personal and professional development.

Responsibilities:

• Design, build and maintain robust backend services and APIs
• Apply knowledge of algorithms and data structures for a suitable problem
• Work closely with frontend developers, DevOps, testers, and product owners to create efficient, maintainable, and high-performing systems.
• Ensure code quality through unit testing, integration testing, and code reviews
• Participate in system architecture and design discussions
• Mentor other junior members

Requirements:

• Academic background Bsc. in Computer Eng., or Informatics or similar related background.
• Knowledge in SOLID principles.
• Knowledge in Python, no just algorithms, logic and frameworks (Flask, SQLAlchemy)
• Knowledge in Relational databases (MySQL) and NoSQL databases (OpenSearch, ElasticSearch)
• Knowledge in clean software development.
• Knowledge in testing (Unit, integration, E2E) using Unittest or Pytest.
• Knowledge in Docker
• Managing code via Git (Bitbucket).
• Desirable knowledge Openshift, Kubernetes
• Desirable knowledge Atlassian package (Jira and Bitbucket).
• Desirable knowledge Bamboo.
• Good level of English is required.
• Open-minded.
• Critical thinking.

What we offer:

• Fully remote work capability, with an option to work from our office when needed.
• Access to professional development tools and free language courses.
• Flexible working hours to accommodate personal and professional needs.
• A competitive holiday package and access to a variety of employee discounts.

Join us at Volkswagen Digital:Hub to advance your career in a role where your administrative skills will directly contribute to the success and smooth operation of our innovative projects. For more information on our data processing activities and your rights as a data subject, please consult our privacy policy. 

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