Senior Python Developer - Backend Technologies

Job Title : Senior Python Developer

Key Responsibilities :

- API Development : Build and maintain robust and scalable APIs using frameworks like FastAPI or Flask.

- Database Management : Design database schemas, write complex SQL queries, and optimize database performance for PostgreSQL.

- System Design : Contribute to the architectural design of new features and systems, ensuring scalability, reliability, and maintainability.

- Containerization & Orchestration : Implement and manage applications within containerized environments using Docker and orchestrate deployments with Kubernetes.

- CI/CD Implementation : Work with CI/CD pipelines to ensure automated testing, deployment, and continuous integration.

- Troubleshooting & Debugging : Identify, diagnose, and resolve complex technical issues in production and development environments.

- Code Quality : Ensure code quality through rigorous testing, code reviews, and adherence to best practices.

- Project Ownership : Take ownership of projects, driving them independently from conception to successful deployment and maintenance.

- Collaboration : Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including product managers, other engineers, and QA.

Required Skills & Experience :

- Web Frameworks : Strong experience with FastAPI (or Flask, with a willingness to quickly adapt and switch to FastAPI).

- Database Proficiency : Proficiency in PostgreSQL, including advanced SQL querying, database design, indexing strategies, and performance tuning.

- Containerization & Orchestration : Solid understanding and hands-on experience with Kubernetes for container orchestration and microservices deployment.

- Development Tools : Experience with Docker for containerization, Git for version control, and implementing/managing CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, GitHub Actions).

- Data Structures & Algorithms : Strong background in data structures, algorithms, and their practical application in solving complex problems.

- System Design : Proven ability in designing scalable, resilient, and performant software systems.

- Independent Work : Demonstrated ability to work independently, take initiative, and drive projects end-to-end with minimal supervision.

- Communication : Good communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to articulate technical concepts clearly and concisely.

Education & Certifications :

- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.

- Master's degree is a plus.

- Relevant certifications in Python, cloud platforms, or container technologies are a plus.