Python Developer at Venture Garden Nigeria (VGN)

Venture Garden Nigeria (VGN) is a fast-growing B2B/B2G Fintech Platform Holdco Company with six subsidiaries, two platform entities and a suite of shared services offered to all subsidiaries. At VGN we wage war against the average, go beyond the ordinary to explore limitless opportunities; breaking the norms and aggressively pursuing success through- Relentless Hard-work, Pursuit of excellence, calculated risk-taking and a hunger for knowledge and we have a lot of fun at it!

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Python Developer

Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Job Type: Full-time

Job Description

• We are sourcing for a Python Developer who has experience building enterprise level application and can contribute to the strategic business needs by translating business requirements into a technology solution. In this role, you will be asked to design, code, and test applications using Object Oriented Design.
• We are looking for someone that is self-driven, ready to take on a new challenge, and able to deliver on solutions from start to finish.
• This is a mid-level Python Developer position. This really is an exciting position within a relatively young team of developers, testers and DevOps engineers.

Principal Responsibilities

• Develop well-designed and performing Python applications and services using scalable techniques.
• Writing reusable, testable, and efficient code.
• Design and implementation of low-latency, high-availability, and performant applications
• Implementation of security and data protection
• Integration of data storage solutions including databases, key-value stores, blob stores, etc
• Develop state-of-the-art analytics tools to support diverse tasks ranging from ad hoc analysis to production-grade pipelines and workflows for customer applications
• Partner with Data Scientists and Analytics Engineers to improve the performance and reliability of advanced algorithms
• Ensure high performance and availability of distributed systems and applications
• Interact directly with client project team members and operational staff to support live customer deployments

Qualifications

• 4+ years of Python development experience
• BS in Computer Science, Engineering, Math, Physics or related field completed upon employment
• Proficiency in one of the following programming languages is required: Python, Java, JavaScript, C#, or C++ preferred).
• Strong analytic and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and an ability to collaborate in a team to develop innovative solutions.
• Ability to adapt to an ever-changing environment.
• Self-starter attitude with the ability to work independently
• Strong attention to detail, logic, problem-solving, written and interpersonal communication, presentation, and client-facing skills

Working Conditions:

• Flexibility is important.

Equal Opportunity:

• The role is open to anyone who meets the above criteria regardless of race or nationality.

Remuneration
Competitive based on experience.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online