Kimetrica’s mission is to increase the effectiveness of spending in the social sector. We provide software, research, advisory and training services for evidence-based decision making and learning. We help to increase the impact and efficiency of social investments, enhance accountability, manage critical risks and build donor confidence.
Kimetrica is a distributed company. This is a full time position, which may be based in the District of Columbia, Boston, NYC, or other NE areas in the USA, and outside the USA. This position can work virtually from any area.
Senior Software Engineer (Python/Django)
As a member of a team, you will be building new platforms. We will be looking to you to provide input on architecture, design, and project execution. As a Python/Django specialist, you will work on building a data-centric applicationsusing modern REST APIs. Your work includes the development of well-written code with minimal supervision.The best candidate will have mature judgement, knowing when to ask for help with a difficult issue. In addition, you will conduct independent research to identify the best approach to solve new problems and document findings.
Required Skills and Experience
Reporting to the systems architect, you will need a strong awareness of best practice development including Agile methodologies, web applicationsecurity, andscalability. You should strongly believe in software quality and ensure the highest quality by following and improving processes and standards, and using automated unit tests and similar tools. We are looking for someone who is ambitious, focused, and dedicated.Working remotely is likely, and excellent communication skills in both written and spoken English are essential.
Job Duties
Develop applications for statistical data capture, analysis, mapping, visualization, and decision support predominantly using Django, including:
Design and build Django Models and associated migrations
Design and build custom Django Admin screens and class-based views to support data entry and review
Design and build sophisticated user interfaces using modernJavaScript frameworks
Design and buildadvanced analytic tools using Python statistical libraries and/or R
Participate in the project management process using the Redmine issue tracking system according to Agile principles including: planProduct Backlogs issues into Sprints, track Issue progress and manage Sprints, leadSprint Demos
Maintain technical specifications and other system documentation
Conduct independent research to identify the best approach to solve new problems and document findings, including evaluation of third party Django and Python packages
Provide mentorship and guidance toother programmers
