Job Description

Senior Backend Python Developer

Corel has an immediate vacancy for this role.

Push the boundaries of tech. In your sweatpants.


We're looking for an experienced Senior Backend Python Developer to help us change the way the world works, with Parallels : anytime, anywhere, any device productivity.


The top creative and technical minds could work anywhere. So why are so many of them choosing Corel? Here are three reasons:

This is the moment.

It's an exciting time at Corel, with strong leadership, a refreshed brand, and a whole new approach to changing the way the world works. We're at the forefront of a movement, and we want you to ride this wave with us.

We want

you

to be

you

.

Too often, companies tell you about their culture and then expect you to fit it. Our culture is built from the people who work here. We want you to feel safe to be who you are, take risks, and show us what you've got.

It's your world.

We know you have a life. We want to be part of it, but not all of it. At Corel, we're serious about empowering people to work when, how, and where they want. Couch? Sweatpants? Cool with us. We believe that happy employees mean happy customers. That's why we hire amazing people and get out of their way. Sound good so far? Awesome. Let's talk more about the Senior Backend Python Developer role and see if we're destined to be together.

As a Senior Backend Python Developer, you will work on

:


Backend Architecture Design: Build scalable, fault-tolerant backend systems to support evolving product needs. Backend Development: Develop robust services and APIs using your language of expertise in Python, following best practices for code quality and performance. CI/CD Automation: Create and maintain CI/CD pipelines using tools like GitHub Actions or Jenkins. Security & Compliance: Implement security best practices including encryption, access control, and vulnerability management. High Availability & DR: Design systems with high availability and disaster recovery strategies. Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with DevOps, developers, and product managers to align backend solutions with business goals. Tech Evaluation: Stay current with backend and cloud technologies. Evaluating and adopting tools to improve system efficiency. Documentation & Mentorship: Document architecture and mentor junior engineers to foster knowledge sharing

What YOU bring to the team:

Professional experience in backend development using Python, Django. Experience with message-broker tools such as RabbitMQ, work experience with Celery. Experience with SQL databases via ORM. Strong understanding of backend microservices architecture. Experience designing RESTful APIs; familiarity with Django REST Framework (DRF) Experience with Jenkins or GitHub Actions as CI/CD tools. Strong experience with Docker and containerized development. Solid grasp of security practices (encryption, IAM, secrets management). Experience with high availability, load balancing, and disaster recovery. Excellent problem-solving and communication skills. Proven ability to mentor and document technical systems. Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
Some Nice to Haves

Experience with Azure as a cloud platform. Experience with SQLAlchemy ORM. Experience designing GraphQL APIs. Experience with Golang. Experience with authentication protocols (OAuth2, OpenID Connect, SAML). Experience with Kubernetes or other orchestration tools. Familiarity with observability tools like Prometheus, Grafana, or the ELK stack.
What are you waiting for? Apply now! We can't wait to meet you.


(FYI, we're lucky to have a lot of interest and we so appreciate your application, though please note that we'll only contact you if you've been selected for an interview.)

About Corel

Corel is a beloved and trusted industry titan fueled by make-everything-easier flexibility. With a 40-year legacy of innovation, we understand where you've been and we're uniquely equipped to get you where you want to be. Our comprehensive collection of creative, collaborative, and productivity solutions propel your teams on their journey. From meeting your deadlines to realizing your dreams, Corel empowers all that you do.


Our products enable millions of connected knowledge workers around the world to do great work faster. Our success is driven by an unwavering commitment to deliver a broad portfolio of innovative applications - including CorelDRAW, MindManager, Parallels, and WinZip - to inspire users and help them achieve their goals.


It is our policy and practice to offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, age, religion, national origin, sex, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetics, or any other protected characteristic.

Corel is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process and work environment. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise us of any accommodations that are required. Appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request as required by Federal and Provincial regulations and Company Policy. Any information received relating to accommodations will be treated as confidential.

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