Automation Engineer-Django Expert

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About This Opportunity:

At Ericsson, we are looking for a Senior Python Developer with deep expertise in Django to join our high-performing Automation Engineering team. In this role, you will play a lead technical role in designing, developing, and delivering robust automation solutions within managed service delivery for our global customers. You will work against approved requirements and high-level design (HLD) documentation to build scalable, high-performance automation applications that meet both functional and business goals.

This is an opportunity to make a significant technical impact at one of the worlds leading telecommunications companies.

What You Will Do:

• Lead end-to-end solution design, development, and integration of automation applications using Python and Django
• Architect and build scalable, maintainable backend systems aligned with enterprise-grade standards
• Drive problem-solving and critical thinking across complex technical challenges in managed service environments
• Take complete ownership of automation applications — including codebase, architecture, access management, and security parameters — ensuring seamless knowledge transfer to relevant stakeholders
• Proactively communicate timely updates to all affected partners regarding any changes, incidents, or new factors impacting deployed automation solutions
• Contribute to code reviews, technical documentation, and mentoring of junior developers
• Collaborate cross-functionally with solution architects, product owners, and operations teams to deliver results that consistently meet and exceed customer expectations

The Skills You Bring:

Must-Have:

• 5+ years of hands-on Python development experience with a strong portfolio of production-grade applications
• Expert-level proficiency in Django, including Django ORM, middleware, class-based views, signals, and custom management commands
• Deep understanding of Django REST Framework (DRF) for building and consuming RESTful APIs
• Strong command of object-oriented programming (OOP), SOLID principles, and advanced design patterns
• Proven experience designing and implementing microservices architecture
• Proficiency with relational databases such as PostgreSQL or MySQL, including query optimization and schema design
• Experience with NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Redis) is highly valued
• Strong working knowledge of Git and collaborative branching strategies (e.g., GitFlow)
• Solid understanding of SDLC and Agile/Scrum methodologies

Good to Have:

• Familiarity with Flask or FastAPI in addition to Django
• Experience with containerization tools such as Docker and Kubernetes
• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI)
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Experience in telecom or managed services domain is a strong advantage
• Familiarity with security best practices in web application development (OWASP, token-based auth, OAuth2)