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Posted February 21, 2019
Kognitiv

Lead Software Developer (Python)

Toronto, ON, Canada Full Time
Compensation: $95,000 to $120,000 Annually
Reference: Sr Enterprise Python Developer

Please note: this role is based in our Toronto office.About the role: We currently have an exciting role as a Lead Software Developer to come and...

Please note: this role is based in our Toronto office.

About the role:

We currently have an exciting role as a Lead Software Developer to come and join our high performing team in Toronto. We are looking for someone who can operate with a sense of urgency and lead the delivery of key internal projects from start to finish.

 The role will include the following areas of responsibility (but not be limited to):

  • Extend and refine internal services placing an emphasis on scalability and resilience 
  • Engage with subject matter experts to implement business logic that conforms to their specifications
  • Help recruit, manage and mentor a team of software developers
  • Support a diverse set of technologies including web analytics, marketing automation and eCommerce systems
  • Support a team of data scientists and digital marketers
  • Work in a collaborative environment with other high achievers where you will have continuous learning opportunities and challenging work.  

 

Who Are You?

You are an experienced Enterprise Python developer with the desire to build new things.  You will be responsible for heading up a project to turn a prototype into a production application. 

To ensure your success in this role you need significant experience in architecting data intensive applications, web frameworks such as Django, web services, and relational databases.  You are comfortable with interacting with senior management and project stakeholders as well as other development teams.  You possess strong communication skills and can capture requirements as well as share your designs and progress.  Resolving multiple issues on time as well as working in cross functional teams is second nature to you.

You have:

  • A degree level or higher qualification in a technical subject
  • Demonstrable development experience using:
    • Django including REST services
    • Expert knowledge of at least one RDBMS
    • Good integration skills and familiarity with ETL and data cleansing
  • Experience with modern CI/CD development practices including Jenkins and automated testing
  • Familiarity with Apache Spark and other streaming data analytics tooling
  • An innovative frame of mind – open to learning new technologies and techniques.

 

We offer:

  • A comprehensive package that includes flexible benefits and competitive compensation
  • Experienced leaders who support your development through coaching and direct support
  • A global, collaborative, progressive and high-performing team
  • Opportunity to engage in challenging work and to progress in a fast-growing organization
  • Flexible work/life balance

 

 

We are a fun, innovative organization with 200 employees globally and we are looking for exceptional people to come and join us. This is an exciting opportunity to work for an international business, in a high energy environment with a collaborative, smart and passionate team. If you like the sound of us and the role, get in touch!

 

Here at Kognitiv, we don’t just accept difference - we celebrate it! Greater diversity means greater variation in ways of thinking, perspectives and approach. And we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees and our clients. Kognitiv are committed to creating an inclusive environment and all employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, fit and business need.

Please note: Kognitiv are not offering sponsorship or a relocation package for this role. We always welcome international candidates to apply, providing they are eligible to work and live in Canada.

 


This listing expired on Apr 07. Applications are no longer accepted.