Python API Developer

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Python Developer with a strong background in API development. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining scalable and secure RESTful APIs. You should be comfortable working in a fast-paced agile environment and collaborating with cross-functional teams. 

Required Skills and Qualifications: 

• 3+ years of professional experience in Python development. 
• Strong understanding of RESTful API design and development. 
• Experience with Python web framework - FastAPI. 
• Solid understanding of HTTP, JSON, and web services. 
• Experience with database design and ORMs (SQLAlchemy, Django ORM). 
• Familiarity with Docker, Git, and CI/CD pipelines (GitLab, Jenkins, etc.). 
• Knowledge of API security standards and practices (OAuth2, rate limiting, etc.). 
• Experience with unit testing frameworks like pytest or unittest. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience with GraphQL APIs. 
• Familiarity with message brokers (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ). 
• Exposure to cloud platforms like AWS, GCP, or Azure. 
• Knowledge of OpenAPI/Swagger documentation tools. 
• Experience in agile software development practices (Scrum, Kanban). 

Preferred Qualifications:

• BS degree in Computer Science or Engineering or equivalent experience

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, test, and deploy RESTful APIs using Python frameworks - FastAPI. 
• Implement and test RESTful APIs, microservices, and API integrations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve API-related issues and performance bottlenecks.
• Ensure code quality and maintain documentation of APIs
• Collaborate with front-end developers, DevOps, QA, and product teams to build robust, reusable backend services. 
• Implement API authentication and authorization mechanisms (e.g., OAuth2, JWT). 
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following best practices. 
• Optimize API performance and scalability. 
• Handle data integration with relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB). 
• Develop unit and integration tests for APIs. 
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to architecture decisions. 
• Maintain CI/CD pipelines and ensure high code quality through automation tools.