Sr. Python Developer

Today, through BHN’s single global platform, businesses of all kinds can tap into the world’s largest network of branded payment solutions. BHN helps businesses grow revenue, increase loyalty, motivate and reward their teams, disburse funds and engage consumers. Branded payment solutions include the issuance and distribution of gift cards, egifts, corporate payouts and rewards, along with the technology to deliver these products in seamless, integrated ways. BHN’s network spans the globe with more than 400,000 consumer touchpoints. Learn more at BHN.com.

We are seeking a skilled Staff Software Engineer to develop high-quality, maintainable code that aligns and adheres to essential architectural principles. This role involves planning and breaking down complex deliverables into manageable tasks, proposing innovative solutions or improvements to existing processes, and actively contributing to code reviews. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong ability to analyze and evaluate results, ensuring the selection of optimal solutions that enhance both performance and maintainability.

Perform all phases of software engineering including design, development, testing, and deployment in an Agile software development environment

Design and develop new features using various languages, we primarily use Python and JavaScript

Collaborate with other teams and conduct new technology research for product development and recommend product enhancements

Actively participate in code reviews, analyze results and choose the best solution

Manage deadlines and prioritize tasks

Continuously focus on improving the software quality and performance

Participate in Information Security analysis and remediation

Troubleshoot customer issues and communicate effectively to internal and external stakeholders

Mentor and inspire others and drive for results

Onboard new scrum team members

Work with product owners to define features and clarify requirements

Provide timely advice and solutions including estimations. Communicate tradeoffs including hidden problems

Able to lead the team to come up with leading edge solutions with a can-do attitude

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent, Master’s preferred

A full stack developer with 6+ years hands on professional experience with object oriented and functional software engineering such as Python

A Tech Lead with ability to quantify and estimate the level of effort as well as leading others to success

Experience working in AWS environment

Experience working with containers and orchestration

Expert level at designing and building REST services

Solid understanding of Microservice architectures

Comfortable with relational database design and SQL

Experience working with web user interface technologies

Experience with Scrum framework, SM certification is a plus

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to learn new coding languages and develop creatively

Professional experiencing in building and deploying a scalable web apps

Solid understanding of securing coding practice such as OWASP

Blackhawk Network offers benefits including 401k with employer match, medical, dental, vision, 12 paid holidays throughout 2024, 1 hour of sick pay accrual for every 30 hours worked, parental leave, life insurance, disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, health and dependent care flexible spending accounts, wellness benefits, and flexible time off for all full-time employees.