Python Developer

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs using Python.
• Create Low-Level Designs (LLD) and High-Level Designs (HLD) for backend systems.
• Write efficient SQL queries, design database schemas, and optimize for performance.
• Build microservices and event-driven systems to support high traffic & growth.
• Ensure system security, scalability, and performance tuning.
• Collaborate with frontend, product, and DevOps teams to ensure smooth deployments.
• Participate in code reviews, architecture discussions, and mentor junior engineers.
• Stay updated with new technologies and suggest improvements to existing systems.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of backend development experience with a strong focus on Python (Django/Flask/FastAPI).
• Strong expertise in SQL databases (MySQL/Postgres) and query optimization.
• Proven experience in System Design (LLD & HLD) and building distributed systems.
• Prior experience working in a Unicorn company OR a Product-based startup with a Tier-1 education background (IIT/NIT/IIIT/BITS).
• Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and design patterns.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP), Docker, Kubernetes is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.

Good to Have

• Experience with Odoo Backend development (preferred for alternate fit).
• Exposure to messaging queues (RabbitMQ, Kafka, SQS).
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and monitoring tools.