Senior Backend Engineer

AB InBev GCC was incorporated in 2014 as a strategic partner for Anheuser-Busch InBev. The centre leverages the power of data and analytics to drive growth for critical business functions such as Operations, Finance, People, and Technology. The teams are transforming Operations through Tech and Analytics.

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PURPOSE OF ROLE

Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems and APIs that power our products. The role requires strong expertise in Python-based frameworks, cloud infrastructure, database design, and modern software engineering practices, with a focus on performance, reliability, security, and quality.

KEY TASKS AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

1. Backend Development & API Design

• Design and develop RESTful APIs using FastAPI (mandatory); experience with Django and Flask is an advantage.

2. System Architecture & Engineering

• Architect scalable backend systems with a focus on performance, reliability, and security.
• Apply domain-driven design and microservices architecture principles.
• Follow Python best practices, including PEP 8, and use scalable design patterns.

3. Database Design & Optimization

• Design, maintain, and optimize relational databases, with PostgreSQL mandatory and MySQL desirable.
• Apply ORM tools such as Django ORM, SQLAlchemy, Sequelize, or Waterline.
• Apply database design principles and performance optimization techniques.

4. Cloud, Containers & CI/CD

• Containerize applications using Docker and manage deployments on Azure services, including Web Apps and Functions.
• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions or similar tools.
• Work effectively with Git and GitHub.

5. Testing & Quality

• Write unit and integration tests using pytest (mandatory); familiarity with Locust and Hypothesis is an advantage.
• Conduct code reviews and maintain high standards of code quality.
• Identify potential issues proactively and implement preventive solutions.

6. Collaboration & Technical Leadership

• Collaborate with frontend developers, product managers, and DevOps teams.
• Mentor junior engineers and guide the team in making sound technical decisions.
• Take ownership of deliverables and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Work effectively in distributed and cloud-based environments.
• Demonstrate an owner's mindset in problem-solving and delivery.

7. Technical Environment

• Core technologies:

  Python, FastAPI, RESTful APIs, PostgreSQL, and ORM tools.

• Development and deployment:

  Docker, Git/GitHub, CI/CD, Azure Web Apps, and Azure Functions.

• Testing:

  pytest, with Locust and Hypothesis as additional tools.

BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT

The Senior Backend Engineer works with cross-functional engineering and product teams to build and maintain secure, reliable, and scalable backend services. The role contributes to architecture decisions, deployment practices, testing quality, and the ongoing improvement of backend systems.

Main Characteristics / Challenges

• Design APIs and backend services that are scalable, reliable, performant, and secure.
• Maintain high standards of code quality, testing, and engineering best practices.
• Collaborate effectively across frontend, product, and DevOps teams.

Evaluation Criteria (Targets)

• Deliver reliable, maintainable backend services and APIs.
• Maintain high implementation quality, adequate test coverage, and effective code reviews.
• Ensure effective deployment and CI/CD practices, with proactive resolution of technical issues.

Key Dimensions

• Backend scalability and API design.
• Database performance and optimization.
• Cloud deployment and CI/CD.
• Automated testing and secure engineering practices.

Key Contacts

• Frontend developers, product managers, DevOps, and engineering team members.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS

Previous Work Experience

• 6+ years of backend development experience with Python.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in distributed or cloud-based environments.
• Strong expertise in FastAPI and RESTful API design (mandatory); Django and Flask are good to have.
• Proficiency in PostgreSQL; MySQL experience is desirable.
• Experience with ORM tools, relational database design, and performance optimization.
• Hands-on experience with Docker, Git, GitHub, and CI/CD pipelines.

IT Skills

• Python and FastAPI (mandatory).
• RESTful API design (mandatory).
• PostgreSQL (mandatory); MySQL and Django/Flask (good to have).
• Azure Web Apps, Azure Functions, Docker, Git/GitHub, and CI/CD.
• pytest (mandatory); Locust and Hypothesis are advantageous.
• Strong foundation in data structures and algorithms.

And above all of this, an undying love for beer!

We dream big to create future with more cheers.