Junior Backend Software Engineer (Python or PHP) - Chicago - ONSITE 2X Week- FreeWheel
Overview:
All potential candidates should read through the following details of this job with care before making an application. In this Backend Python Developer role, you will design and build backend solutions for FreeWheel’s Buyer Cloud ecosystem to support DSP campaigns. You’ll contribute across the SDLC, from requirements through deployment, while applying engineering best practices to deliver reliable software at scale. You’ll work with cross-functional teammates on API and ad-serving components, participate in code reviews, and help raise system performance and operational excellence. This is a chance to tackle challenging problems in a fast-paced, transparent culture that values customer impact and high-quality software. Compensation / Benefitsbest-in-class benefitscompetitive compensation packagebonus potentialcareer development opportunitiesinclusive cultureextensive health benefits
Responsibilities:
- Write and maintain efficient backend code following development best practices
- Contribute to design and development of new software aligned with business objectives
- Implement unit and integration tests for quality assurance
- Document development processes and deployment procedures
- Analyze integration needs and plan architecture to meet specs
- Review practices and literature to inform solutions
- Collaborate with Quality Assurance to meet requirements
- Troubleshoot issues to improve performance and user satisfaction
- Demonstrate independent judgment in significant matters
- Maintain regular attendance and flexibility for nights/weekends
- Participate in company operating principles and customer-focused xaygatp culture
Key requirements:
- Experience in backend software development
- Understanding of SDLC and software engineering best practices
- Ability to work with QA and deployment processes
- Strong problem-solving and collaboration skills 2-5 years of relevant work experience
- Bachelor's Degree preferred
- CollaborativeWillingness to Learn
- Customer focus
- PythonAPI design and integration
- Testing frameworks (unit and integration)