Software Engineer II

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General Summary:

The Python Engineer II builds and maintains backend and system-level features. This role focuses on production Python software, Linux system management, MySQL integration, REST APIs, and virtualization workflows. The engineer is responsible for developing high-quality, innovative, fully performing software in compliance with coding standards. This individual works in partnership with cross-functional teams to ensure that software deliverables, including designs, codes, and tests, are completed in a timely manner while remaining aligned with industry and organizational standards.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Provides support to the Engineering team, with a high attention to detail

Designs, builds, and maintains Python services and APIs

Works on systems critical to the organization's current and future operations

Debugs production issues across services and multiple levels of the stack

Assists with improvement of organizational engineering standards, tooling, and processes

Participates in the testing process through test review and analysis, test witnessing, and certification of software

Evaluates codes to ensure validity, proper structure, alignment with industry standards, and compatibility with operating systems

Maintains an understanding of current and new technologies or programming practices through continuing education, reading, and participation in professional conferences, workshops, or groups

      Mandatory Experience : Strong hands-on experience with Python, Linux, and MySQL is mandatory. Candidates must have production-level Linux experience, including regular administration, troubleshooting, and management of Linux-based servers in a live production environment. Applicants who work with Linux servers on a daily basis as part of their current role will also be considered suitable.

Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities Required:

2+ years of practical experience building and supporting production software with Python

Strong Python fundamentals, including object-oriented programming, error handling, testing, debugging, and package management

Strong Linux fundamentals and confidence working from the command line

Practical database experience, including schema inspection, joins, transactions, indexes and SQL troubleshooting

Experience with Git, code reviews, automated tests, and CI/CD workflows

Proven experience working in a Scrum or Agile software team

Ability to work independently on projects and processes with close supervision

Knowledge of a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures

Ability to work constructively and independently under stress and pressure in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment

Ability to interact positively and openly with colleagues and external business contacts, with strong verbal and written communication skills

Understanding of relevant software development tools including version control, build processes, debuggers, and test frameworks

Nice to have:

Experience with AWS infrastructure or cloud services

Experience with MongoDB

Experience with Grafana or similar monitoring and observability tools

Understanding of networking concepts, including TCP/IP, DNS, routing, firewalls, VPNs, and port forwarding

Experience with virtualization technologies or APIs, such as KVM, QEMU, libvirt, VMware, or Hyper-V

Understanding of virtual machine lifecycle, virtual disks, snapshots, recovery points, and virtual networking

Experience with backup, disaster recovery, or business continuity products

Educational/Vocational/Previous Experience Recommendations:

Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent work experience

2+ years of production Python software engineering experience

Direct experience with Python, Linux, and REST APIs is required

Working Conditions:

Hybrid/Remote/On-site depending on location

0-10% travel may be required

ConnectWise is an Equal Opportunity Employer, dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. ConnectWise provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, marital status, familial or parental status, or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable federal, state and local laws.

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned as needed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact us at talentacquisition@connectwise.com or 1-800-671-6898.