Job Description

We are Lennar 

Lennar is one of the nation's leading homebuilders, dedicated to making an impact and creating an extraordinary experience for their Homeowners, Communities, and Associates by building quality homes and providing exceptional customer service, giving back to the communities in which we work and live in, and fostering a culture of opportunity and growth for our Associates throughout their career. Lennar has been recognized as a Fortune 500® company and consistently ranked among the top homebuilders in the United States.

Join a Company that Empowers you to Build your Future

We are seeking a highly skilled Mid-Senior Backend Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Python and Django, experience with TypeScript, and a solid understanding of AWS services. You will be responsible for developing and maintaining our backend systems, ensuring they are robust, scalable, and secure.

• A career with purpose.

• A career built on making dreams come true.

• A career built on building zero defect homes, cost management, and adherence to schedules.

Your Responsibilities on the Team 

• Design, Develop, and Maintain Backend Services and APIs: Utilize Python and Django to build and sustain backend services.

• Collaborate with Front-End Developers: Integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.

• Optimize Applications: Enhance speed and scalability.

• Implement Security and Data Protection Measures: Ensure the safety and integrity of data.

• Troubleshoot, Debug, and Upgrade Existing Software: Resolve issues and improve existing systems.

• Write and Maintain Documentation: Ensure comprehensive documentation is available.

• Participate in Code Reviews: Ensure code quality and facilitate knowledge sharing.

• Adhere to Engineering Practices and Processes: Follow and promote test-driven development, software architecture/design, and performance focus.

• Proactive Problem Solving: Ensure users receive the best experience by addressing issues promptly.

• Monitor and Manage AWS Infrastructure: Maintain high availability and performance of AWS services.

• Project Ownership: Take responsibility for the entire project lifecycle.

Requirements

• Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

• Experience: 3-5 years in backend development using Python and Django.

• Proficiency: Skilled in TypeScript.

• AWS Services: Strong experience with AWS (EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, etc.).

• API Design: Familiarity with RESTful API design and development.

• SQL Databases: Experience with PostgreSQL or MySQL.

• Security Practices: Understanding of security and data protection.

• Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical abilities.

• Communication Skills: Excellent teamwork and communication capabilities.

• Personal Attributes: Team-oriented, confident but not arrogant, strong sense of ownership, and a proactive mindset.

Preferred Qualifications

• Automated Testing Frameworks: Experience with testing tools.

• CI/CD Pipelines: Familiarity with continuous integration and deployment.

• Docker and Container Tools: Experience with containerization.

• Microservices Architecture: Knowledge of microservices design and implementation.

Life at Lennar

At Lennar, Everything’s Included in our homes, and Everyone’s Included on our team. Our Everyone’s Included vision is to unleash the power of diversity within our workforce to drive innovation and sustainable growth.

At Lennar, we are committed to fostering a supportive and enriching environment for our Associates, offering a comprehensive array of benefits designed to enhance their well-being and professional growth. Our Associates have access to robust health insurance plans, including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, ensuring their health needs are well taken care of. Our 401(k) Retirement Plan, complete with a $1 for $1 Company Match up to 5%, helps secure their financial future, while Paid Parental Leave and an Associate Assistance Plan provide essential support during life's critical moments. To further support our Associates, we provide an Education Assistance Program and up to $30,000 in Adoption Assistance, underscoring our commitment to their diverse needs and aspirations. From the moment of hire, they can enjoy up to three weeks of vacation annually, alongside generous Holiday, Sick Leave, and Personal Day policies. Additionally, we offer a New Hire Referral Bonus Program, significant Home Purchase Discounts, and unique opportunities such as the Everyone’s Included Day. At Lennar, we believe in investing in our Associates, empowering them to thrive both personally and professionally. Lennar Associates will have access to these benefits as outlined by Lennar’s policies and applicable plan terms. Visit Lennartotalrewards.com to view our suite of benefits.

Lennar is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws.