Ciklum is looking for a Senior Python Engineer to join our team full-time
in Ukraine.
We are a custom product engineering company that supports both multinational
organizations and scaling startups to solve their most complex business
challenges. With a global team of over 4,000 highly skilled developers,
consultants, analysts and product owners, we engineer technology that redefines
industries and shapes the way people live.
About the role:
As a Senior Python Engineer, become a part of a cross-functional development
team working for a world-leading professional services organization that
specializes in audit, tax, consulting, and advisory services. Your work will
involve developing innovative software products for clients in the consumer
sector.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Implement and maintain robust, scalable, and secure APIs and backend systems
using Python
* Facilitate the integration of front-end components with server-side logic
* Leverage automation tools like GitHub Copilot and ChatGPT to implement new
features efficiently
* Utilize Docker for containerization and deployment of applications
* Collaborate with frontend engineers, DevOps, data scientists and product
managers to define, design, and ship new features
* Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability
* Troubleshoot and debug issues across the full stack
REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related
field
* 3 to 4 years of professional experience in web development
* Backend engineering with Python (3.x) and FastAPI (or Flask); design, build,
and operate REST services
* Secure, zero-trust REST APIs (least privilege, JWT/OAuth2/OIDC, mTLS, rate
limiting, secrets management)
* Docker for containerization and JFrog Artifactory for image/package
management
* Test-driven development with pytest (fixtures, mocks, coverage) and automated
test execution
* GitHub (PRs, code reviews, branching, version control) and Jira for
issue/roadmap tracking
* Data stores: PostgreSQL (schema design, queries, migrations) and Redis for
caching
* Kubernetes-based architectures: deploy/operate containerized workloads
* Cloud-based development across AWS, Azure, and GCP
* Data handling/transfer using common file formats, including CSV and Parquet
* Development tooling: linters, pre-commit hooks, Black, Pylint, and Pydantic
for data validation
DESIRABLE:
* Strong CI/CD experience; GitHub Actions/workflows
* Practical automation with GitHub Copilot and ChatGPT to accelerate
high-quality delivery
* Code quality & supply-chain tools: SonarQube and Mend
* Container orchestration/platform tooling and broader pipelines & DevOps
practices
* Frontend familiarity: React, TypeScript, and collaboration in Figma
PERSONAL SKILLS:
* Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail
* Strong communication and collaboration skills
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
* Strong community: Work alongside top professionals in a friendly, open-door
environment
* Growth focus: Take on large-scale projects with a global impact and expand
your expertise
* Tailored learning: Boost your skills with internal events (meetups,
conferences, workshops), Udemy access, language courses, and company-paid
certifications
* Endless opportunities: Explore diverse domains through internal mobility,
finding the best fit to gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge
technologies
* Flexibility: Enjoy radical flexibility — work remotely or from an office,
your choice
* Care: We’ve got you covered with company-paid medical insurance, mental
health support, and financial & legal consultations
About us:
At Ciklum, we are always exploring innovations, empowering each other to achieve
more, and engineering solutions that matter. With us, you’ll work with
cutting-edge technologies, contribute to impactful projects, and be part
of a One Team culture that values collaboration and progress.
As one of Ukraine’s largest IT companies and a top employer recognized
by Forbes, we’ve spent over 20 years delivering meaningful tech solutions.
We proudly support diverse talent and military veterans, recognizing their
unique skills and perspectives they bring to shaping the future.
Want to learn more about us? Follow us on Instagram
[https://www.instagram.com/ciklum/], Facebook
[https://www.facebook.com/Ciklum/], LinkedIn
[https://www.linkedin.com/company/ciklum/].
Explore, empower, engineer with Ciklum!
Interested already?
We would love to get to know you! Submit your application. Can’t wait to see you
at Ciklum.