Paychex · 23 hours ago
Python Developer IV
Naperville, IL
Contract
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$111K/yr - $175K/yr
5+ years expPaychex is a company that has been simplifying HR, payroll, and benefits for American businesses since 1971. They are seeking a highly skilled Full Stack Developer with expertise in React, TypeScript, and Python to design, develop, and maintain robust backend services and APIs, ensuring high-quality solutions and optimal performance.
AccountingBookkeeping and PayrollFinancial ServicesHuman ResourcesSoftware
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain robust backend services and APIs using Python and Django
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including frontend developers, product managers, and QA engineers to deliver high-quality backend solutions
Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following industry best practices
Implement and maintain RESTful APIs for seamless integration with frontend and third-party systems
Optimize backend performance and scalability to support high-traffic applications
Troubleshoot, debug, and enhance existing backend systems
Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to peers
Stay current with backend technologies, frameworks, and cloud services
Ensure backend systems adhere to security best practices and data protection standards
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience
Minimum of 5 years in backend software development with a strong focus on Python and Django
Proven experience designing and implementing scalable backend architectures
Hands-on experience with AWS services such as EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, and CloudWatch
Strong proficiency in Python and Django
Experience with RESTful API design and implementation
Familiarity with asynchronous programming and task queues (e.g., Celery, Redis)
Solid understanding of MVC architecture and design patterns
Experience with relational databases such as PostgreSQL or MySQL
Knowledge of database optimization and query performance tuning
Proficiency with AWS infrastructure and deployment practices
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or BitBucket Pipelines
Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment
Preferred
Experience with Docker and container orchestration tools is a plus
Benefits
Medical coverage
Virtual wellness classes
Tuition reimbursement
401(k) + employer match
Adoption assistance
Financial assistance
Paid time off
Company holidays
Culture days
Comprehensive work-life balance programs
Ongoing learning opportunities
Paid time off for volunteerism
Company
Paychex
Paychex is a human capital management company that delivers advisory solutions in human resources, employee benefit solutions, and payroll.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4.2B2025-04-08Post Ipo Debt· $4.2B
1983-08-29IPO
Leadership Team
John Gibson
President and Chief Executive Officer
Robert L. Schrader
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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