Senior Python Engineer

Nile Bits, LLC.

Senior Python Engineer building scalable Python and Django backend services for Nile Bits’ business-focused digital solutions. Optimizing distributed systems, APIs, and production reliability.

Posted 8/23/2026full-timeRemote • 🇪🇬 EgyptSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in backend application development using Python and Django, with a strong focus on performance optimization, system architecture, and mentoring team members. Proficient in utilizing AI-powered development tools to enhance software quality and efficiency.

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Python DevelopmentDjango FrameworkRESTful API DesignDatabase OptimizationTechnical Documentation

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Hard Skills

Backend Application DevelopmentDjango ORMRelational DatabasesAsynchronous MessagingObject-Oriented ProgrammingSoftware Design PatternsPerformance OptimizationDebuggingGit Version ControlAgile/Scrum Methodologies

Soft Skills

CommunicationCollaborationMentoringProblem-SolvingOwnership

Tools & Technologies

CeleryRedisMemcachedElasticsearchNew RelicClaude CodeGitHub CopilotCodex

Industry Keywords

Cloud-Native ServicesDistributed SystemsTechnical DesignEngineering Best PracticesSoftware Development Lifecycle

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudDistributed SystemsDjangoElasticSearchGraphQLMySQLPythonRedisSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, develop, and implement new functionality for decoupled backend services
Maintain, enhance, and refactor existing backend applications to improve scalability, reliability, and maintainability
Analyze and optimize application performance, database queries, and overall system efficiency
Take ownership of backend services throughout their lifecycle, including architecture, deployment, production support, monitoring, and continuous improvement
Participate actively in technical design discussions, solution architecture, and project planning sessions
Collaborate with engineers, product managers, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality software solutions
Review code, provide constructive feedback, and champion engineering best practices through peer collaboration
Mentor and support other team members by sharing technical expertise and assisting with complex engineering challenges
Troubleshoot production issues using profiling, monitoring, logging, and diagnostic tools
Produce and maintain clear technical documentation, architectural diagrams, and design specifications
Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend improvements to the engineering stack where appropriate
Utilize AI-powered development tools such as Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, or Codex to accelerate software development while ensuring code quality, correctness, security, and maintainability

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 5 years of professional experience developing backend applications with Python
Strong commercial experience building web applications using Django and the Django ORM
Solid experience working with relational databases, particularly MySQL
Experience designing, developing, and consuming RESTful APIs, GraphQL, or similar service interfaces
Experience working with distributed systems and asynchronous messaging technologies such as Celery
Strong understanding of object-oriented programming, software design patterns, clean architecture, and distributed system design
Experience using Git-based version control workflows, including branching strategies, pull requests, and code reviews
Experience writing technical documentation and software design specifications
Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and performance optimization skills using profiling tools, SQL execution plans, application monitoring tools (e.g., New Relic), and related technologies
Ability to work independently, take ownership of technical solutions, prioritize tasks effectively, and proactively resolve issues
Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to participate in technical discussions and mentor other engineers
Preferred: Experience with Redis, Memcached, Elasticsearch, and Celery
Preferred: Experience building, deploying, and operating cloud-native or highly scalable backend services
Preferred: Experience working within Agile/Scrum development environments
Preferred: Hands-on experience using AI-assisted development tools such as Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, or Codex
Preferred: Experience mentoring junior and mid-level engineers and contributing to engineering standards and best practices

Benefits

Comp & perks

All employees benefits for free (our famous games room, daily breakfast, fruits, coffee and other hot drinks, soft drinks and juices, company days out and parties…)
Social insurance
Open-door management policy
Full Medical insurance
Accommodation and Transportation Allowance
Friendly environment that values innovation and efficiency
Exciting opportunities for career growth and talent development
Feedback encouragement
Recognition and reward programs
Competitive salaries and incentives
Friendly environment
Flexible and Comfortable schedule
Fun committees
Monetary rewards
Fun, smart and creative people
Career possibilities with growing team
Paid vacations
Social benefits