Software Developer - Python Developer

• Debug issues with support from team members

• Contribute to documentation: code comments, docstrings, README updates
Core Development Tasks
• Implement API endpoints using FastAPI

• Write database queries and models using SQLAlchemy

• Create test cases using pytest with fixtures and mocks

• Fix bugs and address technical debt items

• Implement simple features: API endpoints, database operations, utility functions
Learning & Growth
• Learn MCP protocol concepts and implementation patterns

• Develop understanding of async Python patterns

• Gain experience with production development practices: testing, linting, CI/CD

• Learn distributed systems concepts: caching, federation, service discovery

• Improve problem-solving and debugging skills through mentorship
Collaboration
• Work closely with senior developers who will mentor you

• Participate in daily standups, sprint planning, and retrospectives

• Ask questions and seek guidance when blocked

• Contribute to team discussions and knowledge sharing

• Follow team coding standards and development workflows

Required education

Bachelor's Degree

Preferred education

Master's Degree

Required technical and professional expertise

Python Development (1-3 years)
• 1-3 years of software development experience in Python

• Basic understanding of Python 3.x features: functions, classes, modules, packages

• Familiarity with Python web frameworks: Flask, Django, or FastAPI

• Basic knowledge of RESTful APIs and JSON

• Understanding of version control with Git: commits, branches, pull requests
Development Fundamentals
• Basic understanding of databases: SQL queries, CRUD operations

• Familiarity with HTTP protocol: methods, status codes, headers

• Experience writing basic tests with pytest or unittest

• Ability to read and understand existing code

• Basic debugging skills using print statements, debuggers, or logging
Professional Skills
• Eagerness to learn new technologies and frameworks

• Good problem-solving mindset and attention to detail

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

• Good communication skills for asking questions and sharing progress

• Time management skills to deliver assigned tasks

• Receptive to feedback and willing to improve
Environment & Tools
• Comfortable with Linux or macOS command line basics

• Familiarity with code editors: VS Code, PyCharm, or similar

• Basic understanding of package managers: pip, virtualenv

• Willingness to learn new development tools and workflows

Preferred technical and professional experience

Python Skills
• Some exposure to async Python (asyncio, async/await)

• Knowledge of type hints and Pydantic for data validation

• Familiarity with Python testing: pytest, fixtures, mocking

• Understanding of Python coding standards: PEP 8, Black formatting
Web Development
• Experience building REST APIs with any framework

• Understanding of authentication basics: API keys, tokens

• Familiarity with API documentation: Swagger/OpenAPI

• Knowledge of JSON serialization and deserialization
Development Practices
• Experience with code reviews and pull request workflows

• Basic understanding of CI/CD concepts

• Familiarity with Docker or containerization basics

• Exposure to logging and debugging techniques
Interest Areas
• Interest in AI/ML, LLMs, or agentic systems

• Curiosity about distributed systems and cloud infrastructure

• Enthusiasm for open-source software development

• Desire to work on cutting-edge technology

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For additional information about location requirements, please discuss with the recruiter following submission of your application.

Client-provided location(s): Dublin, Ireland

Job ID: IBM-71891

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-11-08T18:45:13