Full Stack Developer ( Python , FastAPI, Azure)

Job Title: Python Full-Stack Developer

Contract Duration: Initial five-month contract, with the possibility of extension based on performance and project requirements.

Job Summary:

We are looking for a skilled Python Full-Stack Developer to build, maintain, and deploy secure web applications using FastAPI, Jinja templates, and Microsoft Azure services. The ideal candidate should be comfortable working across frontend, backend, database, authentication, cloud infrastructure, testing, and CI/CD.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop responsive user interfaces using Jinja templates, HTML, CSS, and vanilla JavaScript.
• Build and maintain backend services and REST APIs using Python and FastAPI.
• Create request and response models and handle data validation using Pydantic.
• Design and manage databases using Azure SQL and SQLAlchemy.
• Implement secure authentication and authorization using Microsoft Entra ID and MSAL.
• Integrate Azure services, including App Service, Blob Storage, Communication Services, Application Insights, and Azure Functions.
• Configure and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions.
• Write automated tests using Pytest.
• Maintain code quality through Ruff and MyPy.
• Monitor application performance, troubleshoot issues, and support production deployments.
• Collaborate with the development team to deliver features within agreed timelines.

Required Technical Skills:

Frontend:

• Jinja templates
• HTML5 and CSS3
• Vanilla JavaScript

Backend:

• Python
• FastAPI
• Pydantic
• REST API development

Database:

• Azure SQL
• SQLAlchemy
• Database design and query optimisation

Authentication and Security:

• Microsoft Entra ID
• Microsoft Authentication Library (MSAL)
• Secure authentication and authorization practices

Microsoft Azure:

• Azure App Service
• Azure Blob Storage
• Azure Communication Services
• Azure Application Insights
• Azure Functions

DevOps and Development Tools:

• GitHub Actions and CI/CD
• Git
• Pytest
• Ruff
• MyPy

Preferred Profile:

• Strong hands-on experience in Python full-stack application development.
• Experience building and deploying production applications on Microsoft Azure.
• Good understanding of application security, testing, monitoring, and clean coding practices.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with a development team.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.