Senior Python Developer

Job Purpose

As a Senior Python Developer, you will design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable microservices and backend systems. Youll work closely with product managers, architects, and other engineers to deliver high-quality software solutions, mentor junior developers, and help shape our technical direction.

• Architect, design, and implement scalable microservices using Python (e.g., FastAPI, Django, Flask)

• Build and maintain RESTful APIs and backend services for high-availability, distributed systems • Ensure consistency, availability, and service orchestration across distributed systems.

• Integrate with third-party services and APIs (e.g. external data sources).

• Optimize application performance, reliability, and security (including data management and compliance).

• Participate in code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and mentor junior developers.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (DevOps, QA, Product) to deliver features using Agile methodologies.

• Write clean, maintainable, well-tested code following standard best practices.

• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve production issues, ensuring minimal downtime.

• Document technical designs, processes, and architectural decisions.

• Stay updated with emerging trends and technologies in Python and microservices.

• Adhere to ISMS policies and procedures.

Job Specification / Skills and Competencies

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

• 5+ years of professional Python development experience.

• 2+ years of hands-on experience designing and building microservices architectures.

• Strong proficiency with Python frameworks (FastAPI, Django, Flask).

• Exposure on containerization and orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes)