Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Python developer to join the digital and innovation team. You will work closely with the data analyst & science and development team to empower our backend services. Candidate will also have opportunities to work on full stack development, cloud computing, micro-services, big data, and other modern technology topics.

Essential Functions

Essential 

At least 4 years of experience in software engineering Experience with web development, web performance optimization techniques In-depth understanding of web frameworks such as Flask, Django, etc Solid computer science fundamentals in algorithms and data structures Experience with REST API Experience with SQL Excellent problem-solving skills

 
Desirable

Front end development experience Basic data analyze skills Experience with cloud platforms: AWS, Azure, Google cloud Experience with message queues Experience with micro-service architecture Experience with Docker 

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Education and Experience

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a relevant field At least 5 years’ experience in full stack development framework Ability to gain an understanding of customer processes and issues Ability to work in teams and individually when needed Ability to demonstrate excellence in communicating and presenting complex information to technical and non-technical stakeholders, both verbally and in written form

Competencies

The candidate will be required to present data and concepts to internal and external stakeholders regularly. Therefore, they must possess excellent presentation and communication skills, and be comfortable with public speaking. The candidate must demonstrate excellent project management and organizational skills required to develop detailed project timelines with key milestones and deliverables The candidate must be collaborative and work effectively across cross-functional teams to drive projects. The ideal candidate is an independent thinker and self-motivated to address technical challenges. Each position at Avient focuses on eight Core Competencies as a Leader of Self.  Additionally, management positions focus on Leadership Competencies as a Leader of Others and/or a Leader of the Business.  These competencies are designed to drive behavior that will ultimately help our associates excel at their current roles, while supporting individual and career development. 

Physical Demands

The demands of the position that on site Job 5 day’s week must be met by an employee to successfully perform all essential duties and responsibilities of the job. Ability to speak/hear clearly to communicate by phone or in person. Ability to frequently stand, sit, and walk. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

EH&S Requirements

Avient integrates EH&S into all aspects of our operations. Each position at Avient is responsible for complying with all applicable EH&S requirements. Additionally, employees and management are responsible for reporting all EH&S incidents immediately to ensure we keep EH&S a priority within the organization. 

Security includes physical security and cyber security. Typical work is in an office environment where the noise level is low to moderate.

 

Who We Are

Avient Corporation provides specialized and sustainable material solutions that transform customer challenges into opportunities, bringing new products to life for a better world. Examples include:

Dyneema®, the world’s strongest fiber™, enables unmatched levels of performance and protection for end-use applications, including ballistic personal protection, marine and sustainable infrastructure and outdoor sports   Unique technologies that improve the recyclability of products and enable recycled content to be incorporated, thus advancing a more circular economy    Light-weighting solutions that replace heavier traditional materials like metal, glass and wood, which can improve fuel efficiency in all modes of transportation and reduce carbon footprint   Sustainable infrastructure solutions that increase energy efficiency, renewable energy, natural resource conservation and fiber optic / 5G network accessibility

Avient employs approximately 10,000 associates and is certified ACC Responsible Care®, a founding member of the Alliance to End Plastic Waste and certified Great Place to Work®.  For more information, visit www.avient.com.

Why Avient

Avient Corporation is a world-class sustainable organization built on innovation, collaboration, and employee development. We are committed to providing a supportive and dynamic work environment where our diverse associates can grow and succeed, as well positively impacting our planet and the communities we serve. Our Great Place to Work culture, values, and benefits make Avient an employer of choice for top talent.

At Avient, we believe diversity of ideas and backgrounds gives us the creativity to be successful in a rapidly changing world.  In support of this, we stress equality of opportunity for all qualified individuals in accordance with applicable laws. Decisions on hiring, promotion, development, compensation or advancement are based solely on a person’s qualifications, abilities, experience and performance.

Avient Corporation is a drug free workplace.  Avient is an equal opportunity employer. We maintain a policy of non-discrimination in providing equal employment to all qualified employees and candidates regardless of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran’s status, or other legally protected classification in accordance with applicable federal, state and local law.