Job Title: Sr. Web App Developer (Python + JavaScript)

Company Name: Whisker Labs

Job Details: RemoteFull,Time

Job Url: https://hiring.cafe/viewjob/48fmjqn1um1ecelm

Job Description: Posted 4mo agoSr. Web App Developer (Python + JavaScript)@ Whisker LabsView All JobsWebsiteUnited StatesRemoteFull TimeResponsibilities:lead development, collaborate with teams, build backendRequirements Summary:Senior web application developer with Python and JavaScript expertise; 5+ years of experience; remote; Flask backend; REST APIs; strong frontend.Technical Tools Mentioned:Python, Flask, JavaScript, REST API
About the RoleWhisker Labs is seeking a Senior Web Application Developer (Python + JS) to join our fully remote Data Science team. Join Whisker Labs as a Senior Web Application developer to advance our Python (Flask) and JavaScript-driven data science web application. These dashboards are used by the Fire Safety Team (FST) to detect and mitigate fire hazards in homes, saving lives. The candidate will interface across engineering teams and with FST leadership and take a technical leadership role in planning and implementing backend and frontend improvements to the overall platform.  As part of the team, you will be responsible for advancing Whisker Lab’s technology to detect early warning signs of electrical fires in homes, preventing one of the deadliest types of fires. The team’s primary focus is on developing algorithms, automation, and internal web-based tools to detect electrical fire hazards and enable our fire safety team to efficiently mitigate them. Whisker Labs is growing rapidly, but the team retains a high-energy, fast moving, creative culture. You must have substantial experience in Python software development and front-end development with JavaScript frameworks.What You'll DoOwn and lead development of the production data science dashboards used by the FST to mitigate fire hazardsCollaborate with data science, product, and fire safety leadership to conceptualize and deliver improvements to the web applicationBuild responsive, interactive UIs using component-based frameworks, following modern JavaScript best practicesDevelop and optimize scalable backend services using Python and FlaskParticipate in software design, production-readiness, and code reviewsUnderstanding of our stack in detail; collaborating with peers across teamsRequired Skills & ExperienceBachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering, or equivalent professional experienceStrong proficiency in Python for backend development5+ years of professional software development experienceExpertise in modern JavaScript frameworks and front-end web technologiesExperience with RESTful API development and integrationAbility to work effectively in a fully remote, fast-paced environmentIndependent, self-learner, excellent problem solverNice to HaveExperience with a Linux based development workflow (e.g. git, SSH, Make, shell scripting)Experience with internationalization/localization of Web PortalsExperience with a data-driven technology stackExperience with cloud ecosystems (AWS preferred) and containerized servicesExperience developing web based visualizations of dataWhy Join Us?By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to be a part of a groundbreaking technology that is creating a new category while helping to protect families, homes, and communities from the devastating impacts of electrical fires. We are a passionate team, dedicated to revolutionizing fire prevention to make the world a safer place. Our pace and growth trajectory offer exceptional opportunities for professional development, and we offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits. If you want to take ownership, shape strategy, and drive meaningful change, you’ll love Whisker Labs. Whisker Labs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.