Python Developer - 2 Years Contract

Rentokil Initial:

Rentokil Initial is an international business services company employing over 35,000 colleagues across 70 countries. We strive to protect people and enhance lives, for example by controlling pests, improving hygiene and improving interior spaces with plants and scenting. We are experts in the fields we operate in, investing in training, science, innovation and technology. Listening and acting on feedback is part of our culture to support colleagues and our customers. Rentokil Initial regards equality and fairness as a fundamental right of all of its colleagues. We live our values of Service, Relationships and Teamwork which were identified by our colleagues across the world. Find out more on careers.rentokil-initial.com

Our family of businesses:

Rentokil Pest Control is the world’s leading commercial pest control company, operating in 70 countries and ranked in the top 3 in 65 of those countries. Ranking in the top 3 in 38 of the 44 countries we operate in, Initial Hygiene is the market leader who provides quality, diligent and friendly services to all customers. In France, Initial Workwear specialises in the supply and laundering of workwear, garments and protective uniforms and equipment; focussing on top quality products and services. Our plant business; Ambius is seen as the expert in interior and exterior "landscaping"; operating across the US, Europe, Asia & Pacific. Steritech Brand Protection by Rentokil Initial is an industry leader and pioneer, providing innovative solutions that help customers to mitigate risks and drive business growth. We also have specialist businesses such as Medical Services, Specialist Hygiene and Property Care, which lead their respective fields. Across all of our operations globally, we have a positive reputation amongst our customers for our knowledge and integrity. We have central support functions of Human Resources, IT, Finance, Legal and Marketing & Innovation in the Rentokil Initial Head Office locations and in country. Working within our functions departments, you would be supporting all of our businesses within India.

Rentokil PCI is the leading pest control service provider in India. A Rentokil Initial brand, Rentokil PCI was formed in 2017 through a joint venture (JV) between Pest Control India, the number one pest control company in India, and Rentokil, the world’s leading pest control brand. Rentokil PCI aims to set new standards for customer service with operations across 250 locations in India. The JV brand also focuses on developing industry-leading service operations through the sharing of best practices, new innovations and the use of digital technologies.

GENERAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Minimum 1+ yrs Work experience as a Python Developer and expert in frameworks like Django

• Well versed with writing Python based RESTful APIs

• Experience in troubleshooting, software development processes and ability to understand and implement client requirements.

• Fix detected vulnerabilities to maintain a high-security standard.

• Improve functionality of existing systems

• Implement security and data protection solutions

• Knowledge of Front-end technologies, such as JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, and AJAX is must

• Writing efficient, robust, testable and reusable code

• Strong understanding of Data Structure and Algorithms

• Very clear with the Python coding standards.

• Good understanding of server side templating language (Django Templates)

• Thoughtfully design forward thinking, scalable and performant data architectures

• Knowledge of best practices for SQL and MySQL

• Experience of working on Object Relational Mapper libraries such as Django ORM.

• Expert understanding of versioning control tools Git, SVN, etc.

• Collaborate with developers to create and maintain back-end architectures for highly-trafficked applications.

• Work towards improving code quality, internal tools/processes and documentation

CORE COMPETENCIES, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Good understanding of the software development life cycle

• Strong analytical and problem finding abilities

• Knowledge of JIRA software will be an added advantage

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision

• Sense of ownership and pride in your performance and its impact on the company's success

• Critical thinker and problem-solving skills

• Team player

• Good time-management skills

• Acts as an independent developer to work on development of python applications end to end, utilizing a thorough understanding of applicable technology, tools, and existing designs.

Educational / Other Requirements

Are you interested? Here's what you can expect when you join us...

Attractive Base Salary

Annual Performance Based Bonus

Group Mediclaim Insurance Policy

Travel Reimbursement

Equal Opportunities

Rentokil Initial believes in supporting all employees to provide equal opportunities and avoid discrimination. We also place emphasis on workplace diversity which means that we are serious about creating an inclusive environment that accepts each individual's differences, embraces their strengths and provides opportunities for all colleagues to achieve their full potential.