Software Engineer

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Overview:

We are looking for a passionate Software Engineer who thrives on architecting and executing migration projects, specifically transitioning codebases from PHP to Python. The ideal candidate enjoys problem-solving, improving legacy systems, and working collaboratively in an agile environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in migrating existing PHP applications to Python, ensuring functionality, performance, and scalability.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code in Python.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product, QA, and DevOps, to deliver high-quality software solutions.
• Analyze existing PHP codebases to define migration strategies and identify potential challenges.
• Develop and execute tests to ensure successful migration with minimal disruption.
• Optimize applications for performance and scalability post-migration.
• Document migration processes and architecture changes for team knowledge sharing.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s/Master's degree in Computer Science.
• Strong programming experience in PHP with demonstrated ability to understand and work within legacy codebases.
• Proficiency in Python with experience in application development.
• Experience with software migration or refactoring projects.
• Familiarity with database systems, API design, and version control tools (e.g., Git).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Comfortable working in an Agile/Scrum environment and collaborating with diverse teams.
• Good communication skills to articulate technical concepts clearly.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP).
• Knowledge of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).

Why?

• BrightEdge has a global presence with offices in San Mateo, New York, London, Sydney, Tokyo & more.
• Work with passionate leaders and cutting-edge tech in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Culture built on Customer Success, People Success, Excellence, Urgency, and Winning.
• Be part of a growth-stage SaaS company shaping the future of search and content marketing.
• Remote first, work/manage your schedule as you like it.

Ready to build the future at BrightEdge? Apply now!