World Parts Direct · 15 hours ago
Senior Software Engineer - Python (Automotive Parts / Supply Chain)
Richardson, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
6+ years expWorld Parts Direct is a growing, high-volume automotive parts distribution business based in Garland, Texas. They are seeking a hands-on Senior Software Engineer to own and evolve their Python-based systems in a collaborative environment, focusing on designing, building, and maintaining scalable systems for high-volume transactions.
Automotive
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and optimize Python-based applications and scripts for core business needs (inventory tracking, order automation, ERP/WMS integrations, data pipelines, API development)
Lead technical projects from requirements to deployment, including architecture decisions and code reviews
Mentor junior developers and collaborate closely with operations/supply chain teams to translate business needs into robust software solutions
Ensure code quality, performance, security, and scalability for high-throughput environments
Troubleshoot and resolve production issues quickly to minimize downtime
Contribute to process improvements and best practices in a small-team setting
Qualification
Required
6+ years of professional software engineering experience, with strong expertise in Python (backend focus)
Experience with Python frameworks/libraries (e.g., FastAPI/ Litestar, Pandas, SQLAlchemy) and relational databases (MariaDB, PostgreSQL, etc.)
Proven track record building/maintaining scalable systems for data-heavy or transaction-intensive applications (supply chain, inventory, e-commerce, distribution, or similar a big plus)
Some leadership experience: guiding projects, mentoring others, owning technical direction in small-to-mid teams
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently while collaborating closely
US citizenship required (we are not able to sponsor H-1B or other visas at this time)
Must live within commuting distance to Garland, TX (e.g., DFW metro area; reliable hybrid attendance required)
Preferred
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure)
Experience with message queues (e.g., RabbitMQ/Kafka)
Experience with ERP integrations (NetSuite, SAP)
Experience with supply chain tools
Company
World Parts Direct
If you are looking to buy quality GM and Mopar parts for your vehicle, we hope you'll let us earn your business at www.WorldPartsDirect.com, home of the low price guarantee and compatibility guarantee when you provide your VIN.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Matthew Owen
CFO
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