Python Engineer – Junior

About the RoleOffice Beacon is looking for a Junior Python Engineer to join our engineering team and develop practical experience in backend development, Python programming, API development, automation, and software engineering.This is an entry-level engineering position suitable for candidates with 0–1 year of relevant experience, including internships, academic projects, personal projects, or other hands-on technical experience.You will work closely with senior engineers to build, test, debug, and improve Python-based applications, APIs, automation scripts, and internal tools.Key ResponsibilitiesPython DevelopmentDevelop and maintain Python applications, utilities, backend modules, and internal tools.Write clean, readable, and maintainable Python code.Apply Python programming fundamentals to real-world engineering requirements.Follow established coding standards and software development practices.API & Backend DevelopmentAssist in developing backend APIs using Python and FastAPI.Build and maintain REST APIs with guidance from senior engineers.Work with HTTP requests, responses, JSON data, validation, and basic error handling.Test APIs using Postman, Swagger, or similar tools.Assist with API documentation and integrations.Automation & ScriptingDevelop Python scripts to automate repetitive tasks and workflows.Build utilities for file processing, data handling, system tasks, and internal processes.Assist with automation workflows and productivity tools.Troubleshoot and improve existing Python scripts.Identify opportunities to reduce manual and repetitive work through automation.Database & Data HandlingWork with relational and NoSQL databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, or SQLite.Write and execute basic SQL queries.Perform basic database operations under the guidance of senior engineers.Work with files, structured data, APIs, and third-party integrations.Assist with data validation, transformation, and processing.Debugging & TestingDebug Python scripts, APIs, logs, and application workflows.Participate in testing and bug-fixing activities.Investigate errors and identify potential causes.Assist in improving application reliability and quality.Follow established testing and software quality practices.Software Engineering & CollaborationWork with senior developers, QA engineers, and product teams to understand requirements.Break requirements into manageable development tasks.Participate in code reviews and apply technical feedback.Use Git and GitHub for version control and collaborative development.Document technical work, APIs, scripts, and setup procedures when required.Support deployment and software maintenance activities as needed.Must-Have Qualifications0–1 year of relevant experience, including internships, academic projects, personal projects, or hands-on technical experience.Strong foundation in Python programming.Understanding of core programming concepts such as variables, functions, loops, conditions, data structures, and error handling.Basic understanding of REST APIs, HTTP, and JSON.Basic understanding of SQL and database concepts.Familiarity with Git and GitHub.Hands-on Python experience through at least one academic, internship, personal, or project-based application.Good analytical and problem-solving abilities.Ability to read technical documentation and apply new concepts.Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.Preferred QualificationsExperience with FastAPI, Flask, or Django.Experience with Postman or Swagger for API testing/documentation.Exposure to PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, or SQLite.Experience building Python automation scripts.Familiarity with file-processing or data-processing libraries.Exposure to web scraping or browser automation.Basic familiarity with Docker and Linux.Exposure to cloud deployment or software deployment workflows.Experience using GitHub pull requests and participating in code reviews.Academic or personal projects demonstrating practical Python/backend development.