Software Engineer

Are you an experienced Python Engineer who thrives on high ownership, complex backend systems, and seeing your code directly drive business success? Our client, a leading player in the technology distribution and IT solutions sector, is expanding its technical team. On behalf of our client, we are seeking a Software Developer (Python) to take full ownership of backend execution and elevate system reliability. This is a hands-on, high-impact engineering role designed for an autonomous professional who prefers technical mastery and system architecture over people management. This role is full-time, permanent and based in Athens, northern suburbs. Responsibilities Backend Architecture & Logic: Design, build, and optimize backend systems utilizing Python and Django, ensuring core business logic remains flawless and reliable.Data Integration & Persistence: Manage and optimize data flows across PostgreSQL and MS SQL Server environments, writing efficient SQL queries and maintaining complex third-party integrations.Infrastructure Support: Monitor and safeguard production environments running on virtualized systems (Hypervisors) and Google Cloud Platform (GCP/Kubernetes), proactively mitigating scalability risks or server bottlenecks.Targeted Frontend Support: Handle lightweight presentation layers, including basic JavaScript/CSS adjustments, Django templating, and the maintenance of marketing-aligned WordPress/Elementor pages (without custom theme development).Technical Ownership: Work alongside business management to evaluate trade-offs, communicate implementation risks clearly, and ultimately allow leadership to step away from daily coding duties. Qualifications Backend Expertise: Proven, solid experience developing and supporting production-grade systems using Python and Django.Database Proficiency: Strong command of SQL, with practical knowledge of database management in PostgreSQL and/or MS SQL Server.Environment Familiarity: Hands-on experience navigating cloud or virtualized infrastructure, such as GCP or Hypervisor-based VMs.Frontend Basics: Functional knowledge of JavaScript, CSS, and basic web presentation concepts.Adaptable Mindset: Exceptional ability to work independently, manage legacy codebases alongside evolving systems, and maintain a sharp awareness of business impacts. Experience 3-5 years of experience Benefits A competitive remuneration package aligned with seniority and experience.2 days work from homeA highly autonomous, mature working environment with zero micromanagement.The opportunity to leave a visible impact on a robust IT ecosystem within a stable, thriving industry. Information Effie Diamantopoulou +30 69 4141 1215 Please note that for transparency and equity reasons, only those applications made online via our site will be assessed. After the screening of all the CVs received, we will only contact the candidates who meet the requirements of the job to arrange an interview. All applications are considered strictly confidential.