Software Engineer - Python/DevOps

About Williams-Sonoma

Founded in 1956, Williams-Sonoma Inc. is the premier specialty retailer of high-quality products for the kitchen and home in the United States. Today, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is one of the United States' largest e-commerce retailers with some of the best known and most beloved brands in home furnishings. Our family of brands are Williams-Sonoma, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, Pottery Barn Teens, West Elm, Williams-Sonoma Home, Rejuvenation, GreenRow and Mark and Graham. We currently operate retail stores globally. Our products are also available to customers through our catalogs and online worldwide.

Williams-Sonoma has established a technology center in Pune, India to enhance its global operations. The India Technology Center serves as a critical hub for innovation and focuses on developing cutting-edge solutions in areas such as e-commerce, supply chain optimization, and customer experience management. By integrating advanced technologies like artificial intelligence, data analytics, and machine learning, the India Technology Center plays a crucial role in accelerating Williams-Sonoma's growth and maintaining its competitive edge in the global market.

Role Overview

The Python Developer will design, develop, and maintain efficient, reusable, and testable Python code for server-side logic and applications. The role involves building robust and scalable web applications and RESTful APIs using Python frameworks and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver seamless end-to-end user experiences.

Impact of the Role

• Build scalable and reliable server-side applications and APIs
• Improve application performance and database efficiency
• Enable automation and streamline operational processes
• Contribute to high-quality, maintainable, and testable codebases

Technology Platforms You Will Work On

• Python
• Django, Flask, FastAPI
• RESTful APIs
• PostgreSQL, Oracle, MySQL, Cassandra
• PyTest, Unittest, Mock libraries
• Git and CI/CD pipelines
• Docker, Kubernetes
• Bash, Groovy
• Monitoring and logging tools (Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog)

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain efficient, reusable, and testable Python code for server-side logic and applications
• Utilize Python web frameworks such as Django, Flask, or FastAPI to build scalable web applications and RESTful APIs
• Write comprehensive unit and integration tests to ensure high coverage and reliability
• Collaborate with front-end developers, QA specialists, and stakeholders to integrate user-facing elements
• Integrate database solutions, optimize database performance, and manage schema lifecycle through code
• Implement automation tools and scripts to streamline CI/CD, monitoring, and infrastructure management
• Participate in code reviews, troubleshoot and debug complex system issues, and ensure high standards of code quality
• Create and maintain technical documentation for code, APIs, and operational processes

Qualifications

• 4+ years of professional experience in Python development and software engineering
• Expertise with Python web frameworks such as Django, Flask, or FastAPI
• Strong understanding of RESTful API design
• Solid understanding of microservices architecture and distributed systems
• Proficiency in asynchronous programming (Python asyncio) and concurrent execution
• Expertise in testing methodologies using PyTest, Unittest, or Mock libraries
• Familiarity with DevOps methodologies, CI/CD pipelines, and version control (Git)
• Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes
• Strong understanding of database systems (SQL and NoSQL) and ORM libraries
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field or equivalent experience
• Experience designing or maintaining CI/CD pipelines in Jenkins or similar platforms
• Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform
• Knowledge of monitoring and logging tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, and Datadog
• Familiarity with Agile or Scrum methodologies
• Experience with front-end technologies such as JavaScript, HTML, and CSS

Why Join Williams-Sonoma

• Work on scalable backend systems and APIs
• Opportunity to build high-performance and reliable applications
• Be part of a collaborative and technology-driven environment
• Contribute to innovation in e-commerce and supply chain systems