Python Developer

Position

Python Developer (Backend Developer)

Organization

NYC Public Schools (NYCPS)

Division

Division of Instructional & Information Technology (DIIT)

Work Location

335 Adams Street – Suite 2900, Brooklyn, NY 11201 - Hybrid

Work Hours

35 hours per week

Duration

Up to 24 months

About the Role

We are hiring
Senior Full Stack Developers to support a large‑scale admissions platform expansion, including the rollout of a new 2-K enrollment system. The platform serves high user volumes and requires scalable, reliable, and secure solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver full SDLC: design, development, testing, deployment, and enhancements
• Build backend systems using Python (Django, DRF) and frontend using React
• Develop APIs, data models, and application features
• Implement eligibility rules, matching logic, and waitlist workflows
• Write and optimize PostgreSQL queries, migrations, and schemas
• Use Redis and Celery for caching and async processing
• Ensure system performance, scalability, and accessibility (WCAG 2.1 AA)
• Develop unit, integration, and regression tests

Required Qualifications

• 8+ years: Full stack development (large-scale web applications)
• 8+ years: Python & Django (DRF)
• 6+ years: React
• 5+ years: PostgreSQL
• 5+ years: Redis & Celery
• 4+ years: Testing and CI/CD (Azure DevOps or similar)
• Experience with performance optimization and system integration

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with high-scale or public-facing platforms
• Algorithm or matching system experience
• Accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1 AA)
• SSO/SAML authentication
• High-concurrency systems (caching, async processing)
• Cypress or similar testing tools
• Performance testing tools and secure coding practices (OWASP)

Tech Stack

Python (Django), React, PostgreSQL, Redis, Celery, Azure DevOps