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Newfire Global PartnersNP

Senior Python Engineer

Newfire Global Partners is an IT consulting and advisory firm that provides software engineering, product development, and staff augmentation services to help companies drive innovation and digital transformation.

Newfire Global Partners

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Newfire Global Partners is a leading technology firm that specializes in building transformative software solutions for some of the world’s most innovative companies. With a presence across four continents, Newfire Global brings deep expertise in digital healthcare, AI-driven analytics, and enterprise technology. The firm’s track record of delivering scalable, high-impact solutions has made it a trusted partner for organizations seeking to drive meaningful change through technology.
We are passionate about the purpose-driven mission to help improve the quality of care for patients and are building a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive culture. We are a fully funded company founded by serial entrepreneurs with a stable client base.

Opportunity for impact
Newfire Global Partners, a leader in developing disruptive healthcare technology, collaborates with Fortune 500 companies and start-ups to drive transformation.


What's the Project?

Our client is a digital health company that partners with employers, brokers, and pharmaceutical companies to dramatically improve people’s ability to afford and access prescription drugs. With expertise and technology solutions that span across the prescription drug ecosystem, we deliver the outcomes people and businesses need to thrive. We are on a mission to transform the pharmaceutical industry and are backed by leading venture capital firms including Canaan Partners, First Round, New Atlantic Ventures, New Leaf Venture Partners, Tribeca Venture Partners, and McKesson Ventures. In 2018, our client was ranked as one of the fastest-growing technology companies in the U.S. by Deloitte, Crain’s, and Inc.

Your day-to-day activities:

  • Migrate python2 libraries to python3. Migrate monolithic app onto cutting-edge technology (FastAPI, airflow, PySpark, and/or React)
  • Develop new products and features using leading-edge technology
  • Work closely with our QA team to ensure the operation and correctness of new product features through test-driven development (TDD)
  • Provide technical input and knowledge to your scrum team for the planning, design, and requirements process for new products and features
  • Collaborate with other engineers to review code and participate in pair-programming
  • Drive architecture for complex products by determining current limitations and coming up with creative solutions
  • Improve the performance, maintainability, and operations of the codebase

You’re a perfect match if you have:

  • 5+ years of professional coding experience using Python and frameworks such as FastAPI
  • English: Upper-Intermediate and above.
  • Strong communication skills
  • Knowledge of RDBMS (PostgreSQL)
  • Experience with Docker
  • Experience with Linux (know your way around a shell)
  • Basic experience with AWS
  • Strong refactoring skills
  • Experience in API design
  • Experience in building scalable systems
  • Good understanding of security/access control, scalability, high availability, and concurrency patterns
  • As a Senior team member, you will be expected to actively participate in our hiring processes by serving on interview panels for future roles across the company

Nice to have:
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline (Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, etc.) or a combination of education and related experience
  • Python 2 to 3 conversion experience
  • Experience with K8s
  • Experience with JavaScript
Please note that employment will be contingent upon providing documentation verifying your legal work authorization in the country of residence, in accordance with applicable law.

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5 years minimum

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At Newfire Global Partners, the mission is deeply rooted in the very name of the company. Combining 'new' and 'fire', the moniker pays homage to fire as humanity's first game-changing technology, symbolizing the company's dedication to driving modern innovation. Founded in 2016 in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Newfire has rapidly evolved into a global force, operating across four continents to provide 24-hour support to its partners. However, what truly defines Newfire is not just its technical prowess but its unique cultural identity, often described by team members as a 'family of professionals'. This sentiment is the bedrock of their operations, fostering an environment where transparency, respect, and open communication are paramount.

The company operates on a servant-leadership model, where the primary role of leadership is to empower the team to succeed. This philosophy eliminates micromanagement and bureaucracy, replacing them with a high-trust environment where professionals are masters of their own time. Newfire champions a 'work-from-anywhere' policy, recognizing that talent knows no geographical boundaries. This flexibility is paired with a strong commitment to professional growth, offering clear career paths, mentorship, and budgets for development. By prioritizing the well-being and growth of its people, Newfire ensures that its team is not only equipped to solve the most complex business challenges but is also passionate about doing so. The result is a vibrant, inclusive culture that bridges the gap between local leadership and global talent, delivering transformative results for clients in healthcare, fintech, and beyond.

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Paid Parental Leave

Paid parental leave for new parents.

Life Insurance

Life and accidental death insurance provided.

Disability Insurance

Short-term and Long-term disability coverage.

Employee Assistance Program

Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

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