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Paychex is reimagining how businesses manage their workforce by bringing payroll, HR, benefits, and advisory services together into a single connected HCM platform. As Paychex and Paycor come together, we're combining innovative technology, data-driven insights, AI, and human expertise to help organizations work smarter, support their people, and achieve better business outcomes. This is an exciting time to join our team as we continue to invest in innovation, simplify client experiences, and shape the future of work. At Paychex, you'll have the opportunity to grow your career, make a meaningful impact, and be part of something bigger as One Paychex.

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Full Stack Developer with expertise inReact,TypeScript and Python to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of5-7 years of experiencein developing and maintaining web applications, with a strong focus on building scalable, efficient, and user-friendly solutions. 

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust backend services and APIs using Python and Django
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including frontend developers, product managers, and QA engineers to deliver high-quality backend solutions
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following industry best practices
• Implement and maintain RESTful APIs for seamless integration with frontend and third-party systems
• Optimize backend performance and scalability to support high-traffic applications
• Troubleshoot, debug, and enhance existing backend systems
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to peers
• Stay current with backend technologies, frameworks, and cloud services
• Ensure backend systems adhere to security best practices and data protection standards

Qualifications
Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years in backend software development with a strong focus on Python and Django

• Proven experience designing and implementing scalable backend architectures

• Hands-on experience with AWS services such as EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, and CloudWatch

Technical Skills:Backend Development:

• Strong proficiency in Python and Django

• Experience with RESTful API design and implementation

• Familiarity with asynchronous programming and task queues (e.g., Celery, Redis)

• Solid understanding of MVC architecture and design patterns

Database Management:

• Experience with relational databases such as PostgreSQL or MySQL

• Knowledge of database optimization and query performance tuning

DevOps & Cloud:

• Proficiency with AWS infrastructure and deployment practices

• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or BitBucket Pipelines

• Experience with Docker and container orchestration tools is a plus

Additional Skills:

• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills

• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities

• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment

Compensation
In the spirit of pay transparency, we are excited to share that the base pay range for this position is $111,300 to $174,900 . Please keep in mind that this range is the base pay only and does not consider other components that make up the total rewards package for the position. If you are hired at Paychex, your overall compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience which may result in total compensation outside of this range.
Live the Paychex Values

Act with uncompromising integrity.

Provide outstanding service and build trusted relationships.

Drive innovation in our products and services and continually improve our processes.

Work in partnership and support each other.

Be personally accountable and deliver on commitments.

Treat each other with respect and dignity.

What's in it for you?

• We value your well-being: We provide over 21 comprehensive rewards, including medical coverage, virtual wellness classes, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) + employer match, adoption assistance, financial assistance, and much more.
• We value your time: From paid time off to company holidays, culture days, and comprehensive work-life balance programs, we will ensure you have the flexibility you need to be your best.
• We value your development: Our award-winning training and development programs empower our employees with ongoing learning opportunities to give you the building blocks to grow your career.
• We value your perspective: Our company culture reflects the diversity of our employees. We want you to be you and your voice to be heard.
• We value our communities: We offer paid time off for volunteerism and promote many company-wide and local initiatives that benefit organizations you care about.

Note: The benefits described apply to full-time employees. Benefits for part-time, contract, and intern roles may vary.

Not sure if you meet every requirement?

At Paychex, we know that great talent comes in many forms. If you're passionate about the role but don't check every box, we still encourage you to apply. You might be the right fit - either for this position or another opportunity with us.

Paychex is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated fairly and evaluated based on their qualifications, experience, and merit. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination in employment.

Qualifications:Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years in backend software development with a strong focus on Python and Django

• Proven experience designing and implementing scalable backend architectures

• Hands-on experience with AWS services such as EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, and CloudWatch

Technical Skills:Backend Development:

• Strong proficiency in Python and Django

• Experience with RESTful API design and implementation

• Familiarity with asynchronous programming and task queues (e.g., Celery, Redis)

• Solid understanding of MVC architecture and design patterns

Database Management:

• Experience with relational databases such as PostgreSQL or MySQL

• Knowledge of database optimization and query performance tuning

DevOps & Cloud:

• Proficiency with AWS infrastructure and deployment practices

• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or BitBucket Pipelines

• Experience with Docker and container orchestration tools is a plus

Additional Skills:

• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills

• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities

• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment

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