Backend Django Developer at Georgetown Global Health Nigeria (GGHN)

Job Summary

• We're seeking an experienced Python Django Developer to join our innovative team.
• As a key member of our development team, you'll design, develop, and maintain scalable web applications using Python and Django.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy scalable web applications using Python and Django.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize project requirements.
• Implement database schema designs and optimize database performance.
• Integrate third-party APIs and services.
• Troubleshoot and resolve application issues.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to the improvement of the codebase.
• Stay up to date with industry trends and emerging technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, engineering or a similar field.
• 3+ years of experience in Python development with Django.
• Strong understanding of Django frameworks, models, views, templates, and ORM.
• Proficiency in Python programming language.
• Experience with databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL).
• Knowledge of front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript).
• Familiarity with version control systems (Git).
• Understanding of RESTful APIs and API design principles.
• Experience with agile development methodologies.

Nice to Have:

• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud).
• Knowledge of containerization (Docker).
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience with testing frameworks (Pytest, Unittest).
• Knowledge of security best practices.