Senior Python Developer

Job Description We’re looking for a Senior Python Developer to join our engineering team and help build the back-end infrastructure powering Basalt’s clinical and operational platforms. This is a senior‑level role for a developer who thrives in fast‑paced environments, understands the unique challenges of healthcare data, and is passionate about building secure, high‑performance applications at scale. Restrictions No telecommuting Agencies are OK Requirements Telecommuting is OK No Agencies Please Must be authorized to work in the United States and do not require sponsorship now or in the future (e.g., H‑1B, OPT, or similar employment visas) Must‑Have Qualifications 5+ years of professional experience building production‑grade backend applications with Python Strong experience with FastAPI, Django, or Flask in a microservice architecture Deep understanding of healthcare data formats, including FHIR, HL7, and X12 Knowledge of HIPAA security and privacy requirements Experience working with cloud infrastructure (preferably AWS or GCP) Proficient with relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB) Strong familiarity with Git, Docker, and CI/CD tools like GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or CircleCI Flexibility to work with new and varied technology Clear, concise communication skills—able to write and speak effectively to both technical and non‑technical audiences Nice‑to‑Have Experience integrating with EHR systems (e.g., Epic, Cerner, Athena) Familiarity with task queues (e.g., Celery, RQ) and async workflows Exposure to healthcare billing systems, claims workflows, or population health tools Experience with observability tools (e.g., Datadog, Prometheus, Sentry) #J-18808-Ljbffr