Backend Software Engineer (Python/Django) — miio

Backend Software Engineer (Python/Django) — miio
Aveiro
Aveiro, Aveiro District, Portugal

Company: Miio Electric (miio)

Team: Engineering (Backend)

Work model: Flexible (Remote-friendly / Hybrid)

Seniority: Mid-level (3+ years)

At miio, we’re building the next generation of sustainable mobility experiences—helping customers consume and manage energy smarter. We are committed to innovation, excellence, and creating impactful solutions that transform the way energy is consumed and managed. Join our team of
- thinking professionals and be a part of the green revolution.

Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Software Developer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of professional experience in Python development and a strong understanding of various Python frameworks and tools. This role requires expertise in Django, Docker, and databases like Postgre
SQL and Mongo
DB.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain robust and scalable backend systems and APIs.
• Collaborate with
  - functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code, adhering to best practices.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and best practices.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.
• Build and manage integrations with relational (Postgre
  SQL) and
  - relational (Mongo
  DB) databases.
• Implement and manage asynchronous task workflows.
• Develop RESTful APIs.
• Use Docker for containerization and contribute to CI/CD pipelines.
• Debug and resolve technical issues and production incidents.
• Stay up to date with the latest technologies and industry trends.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 3+ years of professional experience as a software engineer.
• Proficiency in Python and
  - on experience with Django.
• Strong knowledge of building and consuming RESTful APIs (Django REST Framework preferred, as well as Falcon or Flask).
• Experience working with both relational databases (Postgre
  SQL) and
  - relational databases (Mongo
  DB).
• Familiarity with Docker for containerized development and deployment.
• Experience with Celery and Rabbit
  MQ, or similar asynchronous task queue systems.
• Familiarity with cloud services such as AWS.
• Proficiency in using AI tools like Chat
  GPT and Cursor to write, optimize, and debug code effectively.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent
  - solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Proactive mindset with the ability to work independently.
• Passion for learning and staying updated with emerging technologies.
• Proficiency in English, both written and verbal.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Flexible working hours, friendly remote work options, and a supportive work environment.
• A chance to work on innovative projects in the sustainable energy sector.
• A collaborative team that values innovation and creativity.

Requirements added by the job poster

• Working in a remote setting

• Working in an onsite setting

• 2+ years of work experience with Postgre
SQL

• 3+ years of work experience with Python (Programming Language)