Technical Lead – Backend (Python / Fast API/ Azure)

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About the Unit:
TCS Cloud is accelerating the shift to an AI-powered, cloud-first future. As a strategic transformation partner to the world's leading enterprises, it is helping businesses reimagine their core, modernise platforms, unlock data-driven intelligence, and scale innovation through cloud, AI, cybersecurity, automation, and digital engineering. By combining deep industry expertise with cutting-edge technologies, TCS Cloud is enabling the rise of agile, resilient, and intelligent enterprises built to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital world.
Job Role: Technical Lead – Backend (Python / Fast API/ Azure)
Location: PAN INDIA
Experience: 10+ Years
Keywords: Python, FastAPI, Azure, AKS, Azure Functions, Azure App Services, Microservices, REST API, Docker, Kubernetes, Azure DevOps, CI/CD, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Cosmos DB, Azure Key Vault, OAuth2, JWT, GitHub Actions, Terraform, Cloud Architecture, Backend Development, Technical Lead.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
We are seeking an experienced Technical Lead with strong expertise in Python, FastAPI, and Microsoft Azure to lead the design, development, and deployment of scalable backend applications and cloud-native solutions. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in architecting microservices, REST APIs, cloud services, CI/CD pipelines, and mentoring development teams while ensuring high performance, security, and reliability of enterprise applications.
Required Skills:
Strong experience in Python development.
Hands-on expertise with FastAPI, Flask, or similar Python frameworks.
Experience in designing and developing REST APIs and Microservices architecture.
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Azure services including App Services, Azure Functions, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure Storage, Azure Key Vault, Azure Service Bus, and Azure Monitor.
Experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools such as Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or Jenkins.
Strong understanding of SQL and NoSQL databases such as PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Cosmos DB, or MongoDB.
Experience with authentication and authorization mechanisms including OAuth2, JWT, and Azure AD.
Proficiency in Git, version control, and Agile methodologies.
Strong problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Preferred Skills:
Experience with event-driven architectures and message queues.
Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Bicep, ARM Templates).
Exposure to AI/ML integrations, Azure OpenAI, or cloud-native data platforms.
Azure certifications such as Azure Developer Associate or Azure Solutions Architect Expert.
Educational Qualification:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.

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