Backend Developer (Python Migration & Web Scraping)

Project Overview

Morris Technology Solutions (MTS) is seeking a skilled Backend Developer to lead a critical migration project for a medical supplies distribution client. The primary objective is to transition a legacy web-scraping API from PHP to Python. The current system is hosted on AWS and is responsible for large-scale data extraction and compilation. This role involves not only a direct language migration but also the architectural improvement of the system's scheduling and efficiency.

Why MTS?

Founded and headquartered in San Antonio with local ownership, MTS is a fast-growing, values-based consultancy that has achieved over 100% growth since 2022. We offer an in-person, team-driven environment where you’ll learn from industry experts, gain exposure to senior leadership within our clients, and build life-long professional relationships. Our people-first culture is reflected in strong reviews on Google and Glassdoor!

Core Responsibilities

• API Migration: Rewrite the existing PHP-based scraping API into Python using FastAPI.


• System Architecture: Design and implement a robust Task Scheduler to manage scraping frequencies and data refresh rates.


• Environment Management: Ensure the application is fully containerized for consistent deployment.


• Data Integrity: Manage and optimize data flows into SQL databases, ensuring accuracy and performance during the compilation phase.


• Iterative Development: Collaborate with the client to implement feature tweaks and performance optimizations as requested.
  

Technical Experiences

• Languages: Expert-level Python (FastAPI preferred) and ability to read/interpret legacy PHP.


• Infrastructure: AWS ecosystem and Linux server administration experience.


• DevOps: Containerization (Kubernetes/Proxmox)


• Database: SQL


• Specialization: Proven experience in web scraping frameworks and managing asynchronous tasks.