Job Summary :

We are looking for an experienced Backend Developer with strong expertise in Python and FastAPI to design and build scalable, secure, and high-performance backend systems. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in API development, database design, system architecture, and deploying highly available applications, preferably within fintech or regulated environments.

Key Responsibilities :

- Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Python and FastAPI.

- Build and manage secure, scalable RESTful APIs, WebSockets, and microservices.

- Design and optimize database schemas using PostgreSQL, MySQL, or MongoDB.

- Implement authentication, authorization, and secure coding practices aligned with compliance standards.

- Optimize system performance, reliability, and scalability.

- Write clean, well-documented code with unit and integration tests.

- Collaborate with Frontend, DevOps, QA, and Product teams in Agile sprints.

- Support deployment, monitoring, and troubleshooting of production systems.

Required Skills & Experience :

- 5 to 6+ years of backend development experience.

- Strong proficiency in Python and FastAPI framework.

- Experience building and managing REST APIs, WebSockets, or gRPC services.

- Strong knowledge of database design, query optimization, and ORM tools.

- Experience with asynchronous programming and scalable system design.

- Familiarity with microservices architecture and API lifecycle management.

- Understanding of CI/CD pipelines, Docker, and cloud deployment environments.

- Knowledge of secure coding practices (JWT, OAuth, encryption, etc.).

- Experience working in Agile/Scrum teams.

- Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related field preferred.