Senior Python Backend Developer (ID: 3968)

Senior Python Backend Developer (ID: 3968)

As a Senior Python Backend Developer, you will:

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications using Python, FastAPI, and Microservices architecture.

• Build, deploy, and support enterprise-grade APIs and distributed services.

• Develop event-driven applications and integrations using Kafka.

• Design technical solutions based on business requirements and prepare functional and technical specification documents.

• Collaborate with business stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable technical solutions.

• Participate in the complete software development lifecycle, including requirement gathering, solution design, development, testing, deployment, and production support.

• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions.

• Containerize applications using Docker and deploy workloads on Kubernetes (AKS) using Helm.

• Write, execute, and maintain automated and manual test cases to ensure application quality.

• Prepare deployment, cutover, and rollback plans while supporting post-production hyper-care activities.

• Lead Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, backlog grooming, retrospectives, and technical spike discussions.

• Work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, scalable, and high-performing enterprise applications.

• Troubleshoot production issues and drive continuous improvements across applications and deployment processes.

• Contribute to technical discussions, architectural decisions, and development best practices.

What You Bring to the Table:

• 10+ years of professional experience in Python application development and enterprise software engineering.

• Strong hands-on expertise in Python, FastAPI, and Microservices architecture.

• Solid experience developing RESTful APIs and backend services.

• Experience implementing event-driven architectures using Kafka.

• Strong knowledge of Azure Cloud services with exposure to cloud-native application development.

• Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions.

• Hands-on experience with Docker, Kubernetes (AKS), and Helm.

• Experience working in Agile/SAFe environments using Jira and Confluence.

• Strong understanding of software design principles, coding standards, and application lifecycle management.

• Experience preparing functional design documents and technical specifications.

• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Ability to mentor team members and contribute to technical decision-making.

You should possess the ability to:

• Design scalable, maintainable, and secure backend solutions.

• Work independently while effectively collaborating within Agile teams.

• Translate business requirements into technical designs and implementation plans.

• Build reusable APIs and microservices following industry best practices.

• Implement robust CI/CD and automated deployment processes.

• Manage containerized workloads using Docker, Kubernetes (AKS), and Helm.

• Drive solution design, sprint planning, backlog refinement, and release activities.

• Prepare deployment strategies, cut over plans, and provide hyper-care support after production releases.

• Troubleshoot complex production issues under tight deadlines.

• Adapt quickly to new technologies, tools, and changing business priorities.

• Demonstrate strong ownership, accountability, and continuous learning.

What We Bring to the Table:

• Opportunity to work on large-scale enterprise digital transformation initiatives.

• Exposure to modern cloud-native technologies and distributed application architectures.

• A collaborative Agile environment focused on innovation and continuous improvement.

• Opportunities to contribute to architecture, solution design, and technical leadership.

• A culture that encourages knowledge sharing, continuous learning, and professional growth.

• Challenging projects utilizing Python, FastAPI, Kafka, Azure Cloud, Kubernetes, and modern DevOps practices.

• Cross-functional collaboration with architects, business stakeholders, and engineering teams.

• An environment that values ownership, technical excellence, and continuous delivery.