Full job description

We are looking for a Python Web Developer responsible for developing, enhancing, modifying, maintaining applications and managing the interchange of data between the server and the users. Your primary focus will be the development of all server-side logic, ensuring high performance and responsiveness to requests from the front-end.

Minimum Educational Requirement: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a closely related field.

• Backend Development: Implement and maintain Python-based backend services and APIs that support my.harvard features. Develop small to medium-sized features from well-defined requirements under guidance from senior engineers. Work within existing frameworks (e.g., Django/Flask/FastAPI) and follow established patterns and best practices.
• APIs & Integrations: Build and enhance APIs consumed by front-end applications and other university systems. Integrate with internal services (authentication/SSO, student information systems, financial systems) using documented APIs and data feeds.
• Data & Business Logic: Access and manipulate data related to courses, schedules, and student records. Implement business rules in a robust and maintainable way.
• Quality, Testing & Maintenance: Conduct basic tests to ensure code quality and reliability. Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve bugs and performance issues in existing code. Participate in code reviews, incorporate feedback, and gradually contribute feedback to peers.
• Collaboration & Process: Work closely with product managers, QA, and other developers to refine requirements and deliver features. Participate in Agile ceremonies (daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives). Contribute to documentation (technical notes, API docs, README files) to support maintainability and onboarding.