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Wingz, is a leading US rideshare company focused on Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT).
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Position: Software Engineer (Django)
Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, (PH or US Hours)
Employment Set-up: Remote (Independent Contractor)
Salary Range: Starts at USD 2,000 - 3,000/ Month
Pay-out Frequency: Semi-Monthly
Benefits: Unlimited PTO and HMO after the probationary period
Equipment: Self-Provided
Job Summary:
As a Software Engineer (Django) at Wingz, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining backend APIs and mobile application features. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, scalable, and high-performance software supporting our NEMT platform.
This role requires strong experience in Django/Django REST Framework and at least 1+ year of hands-on experience with React Native.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and Maintain Web Applications:
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable APIs using Django REST framework
- Write clean, efficient, and reusable code following best practices and coding standards.
- Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.
Develop and Maintain Backend & Mobile Application
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable APIs using Django and Django REST Framework.
- Build and enhance mobile application features using React Native for iOS and Android.
- Write clean, efficient, and reusable code following industry best practices.
- Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of backend services and mobile applications.
Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams:
- Work closely with front-end developers, designers, and product managers to implement new features and improve existing ones.
- Participate in code reviews, providing and receiving constructive feedback to ensure code quality.
- Collaborate with DevOps engineers to optimize deployment processes and infrastructure.
Database Management:
- Design and optimize database schemas.
- Write efficient queries and manage database migrations.
- Ensure data integrity and security.
Testing and Debugging:
- Write unit tests and perform debugging to ensure the reliability of applications.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues in a timely manner.
- Conduct regular performance testing and optimize code for better performance.
Documentation and Technical Support:
- Maintain comprehensive documentation of the codebase and technical processes.
- Provide technical support and guidance to team members and stakeholders.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies to continuously improve skills and knowledge.
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in web development using Django and Django REST framework.
- Proficiency in Python, Django, and Django REST framework.
- At least 1 year of hands-on experience in React Native mobile development.
- Strong understanding of front-end technologies, such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
- Experience with RESTful APIs and web services.
- Familiarity with database systems (PostgreSQL, MySQL, etc.).
- Knowledge of version control systems, particularly Git.
- Experience with Docker and containerization is a plus.
- Understanding of cloud services (AWS, GCP, etc.) is advantageous.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies.
Nice to have:
- Experience with front-end frameworks such as Vue.js or React (web)
- Experience with additional mobile frameworks (e.g., Flutter)