Linux Developer+Python

Position : Software Engineer Linux

Experience : 4+years

Location : Remote

Job type : Contract (1 year extendable)

Company : Delpalex

Key Skills:

· 3–5 years’ experience

· Strong in Python and C/C++

· Proficient in Linux environments

· Familiarity with REST APIs, client/server architecture, and performance optimization

Bonus Skills: SQL databases, Qt/GTK+, JavaScript, media codecs, packaging ===================================================

DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION

About the Role

We are seeking a highly talented Software Engineer II to join our development team working on GNU/Linux-based media workflow applications. You will be part of a small, agile team contributing to a high-performance storage system used by media professionals around the world. The role involves working across the full software stack — from low-level system components to user-facing interfaces.

This hybrid position requires regular in-office presence in Warsaw and offers the opportunity to work on challenging problems in distributed systems, network storage, and video workflow technologies.

Key Responsibilities

First 3 Months:

· Learn the architecture and codebase of the storage system

· Assist in evaluating technical options for upcoming features

· Diagnose and fix defects in the codebase

First 6 Months:

· Maintain and extend the storage client

· Deliver items from the development backlog

· Support rollout of new hardware platforms

· Analyze and optimize component performance

First 9 Months:

· Develop RESTful APIs to support programmatic and web clients

· Contribute to Single Sign-On (SSO) implementation

· Improve high-availability architecture

Qualifications

Required:

· 3–5 years of industry experience

· Background or degree in Computer Science

· Proficiency in Python and C/C++

· Strong skills in GNU/Linux environments

· Fluency in English (written and spoken)

Preferred:

· Experience with client/server applications

· Knowledge of SQL databases (MySQL, MariaDB, PostgreSQL)

· Familiarity with GUI toolkits (Qt, GTK+)

· JavaScript skills

· Debian packaging experience

· Exposure to video editing tools (e.g., Avid, Final Cut Pro)

· Understanding of media codecs and formats (e.g., MXF, QuickTime)