Python Backend Engineer

We are hiring an experienced Python Backend Engineer with 4-10 years of software development experience to design, build, and maintain scalable backend systems and enterprise applications for one of our clients in Pune.
The role focuses on developing robust APIs and services, integrating enterprise systems, and working closely with engineering and business teams to deliver reliable, high-quality software. It suits a hands-on engineer with strong Python fundamentals and practical experience building production-grade backend services.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain backend services and APIs using Python.
Build and integrate RESTful APIs and work with JSON-based data structures.
Develop services using frameworks such as Django, Flask, or FastAPI.
Design and optimize database schemas, queries, and data access layers (SQL and NoSQL).
Integrate with enterprise systems, third-party services, and message queues.
Analyze functional and technical requirements and translate them into effective software solutions.
Develop, debug, test, and optimize backend components and integrations.
Write unit and integration tests and maintain high code coverage.
Troubleshoot application issues across services, databases, and infrastructure.
Work closely with architects, frontend developers, QA, and business stakeholders.
Participate in requirement analysis, technical design, implementation, testing, and deployment.
Follow coding standards and engineering best practices, and participate in code reviews.
Work within Agile methodologies, contributing to sprint planning, development, testing, and retrospectives.
Continuously learn and apply new technologies to solve business problems.
Take ownership of assigned work and ensure timely, high-quality delivery.
Required Skills
4-10 years of professional software development experience.
Strong hands-on experience with Python (mandatory).
Experience with at least one Python web framework (Django, Flask, or FastAPI).
Strong experience building and consuming REST APIs and working with JSON.
Solid knowledge of relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and SQL.
Understanding of object-oriented design, data structures, and enterprise software principles.
Experience with Git and version control workflows.
Strong debugging and problem-solving skills.
Strong focus on code quality, reliability, and maintainability.
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative engineering environment.
Additional Skills
Experience with NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Redis) and caching.
Experience with asynchronous programming and task queues (Celery, RabbitMQ, Kafka).
Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines.
Cloud experience (AWS, Azure, or GCP) is an added advantage.
Knowledge of microservices architecture and API design.
Exposure to Java or JavaScript/React is a plus.
Experience with testing frameworks such as pytest.
Experience working in large-scale enterprise application environments.
Experience collaborating with distributed engineering teams is an added advantage.
Education
B.E. or B.Tech. in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related discipline.
Employment Details
Role: Python Backend Engineer
Experience: 4-10 years
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Pune
Industry: Enterprise Technology
Compensation
Compensation will be based on experience, technical capability, and interview performance.
Candidates with approximately 5 years of relevant experience can be considered up to ₹25 Lakhs for exceptionally strong profiles.
Candidates with approximately 8 years of experience can be considered in the range of ₹35-40 Lakhs for exceptionally strong profiles.
For exceptional candidates, compensation can be decided based on technical expertise, relevant experience, interview performance, and overall fit.

Work arrangement
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