Senior Python Migration Engineer

As a Senior Python Engineer in our GenAI startup, you will have the exciting opportunity to lead a critical backend migration project for our enterprise-scale Insurance Policy & Claims Management platform. You will be instrumental in modernizing a 30-year-old legacy system by transitioning from PHP/Laravel to a modern Python-based architecture, ensuring seamless integration with our React/TypeScript frontend. **Key Responsibilities:** - Lead the architectural design & implementation of Python backend services to replace PHP/Laravel. - Design and develop RESTful APIs/GraphQL endpoints for the React/TypeScript frontend. - Define and execute data migration strategies to ensure a smooth system transition. - Develop scalable backend services using FastAPI/Django/Flask. - Implement robust data models, schemas, authentication & authorization layers. - Ensure API compatibility and prevent disruptions during the migration process. - Collaborate with frontend, DevOps, and legacy teams to ensure business continuity. - Create documentation, coding standards, and migration guides. **Required Skills & Experience:** - 7+ years of production Python development experience. - Expertise in FastAPI, Django, or Flask. - Strong knowledge of SQL & NoSQL databases with migration experience. - Hands-on experience with API development (REST/GraphQL). - Proficiency with pytest/unittest & Test-Driven Development (TDD) practices. - Advanced Git/version control knowledge. - Proven track record in large-scale backend migrations from PHP to Python. - Understanding of Laravel concepts and ability to map them to Python equivalents. **Preferred Skills (Nice-to-Haves):** - Async Python (asyncio, aiohttp). - Messaging systems (RabbitMQ, Kafka, Redis). - Docker/Kubernetes & cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure). - Microservices architecture & Domain-Driven Design. - ORM frameworks (SQLAlchemy, Django ORM). - Domain Knowledge in Insurance, Financial services, or other regulated industries. - Familiarity with Policy management, claims workflows, compliance & security requirements in insurance. **Soft Skills:** - Excellent communication & stakeholder management. - Strong problem-solving & analytical skills. - Ability to mentor junior developers & conduct code reviews. - Self-driven with a strong ownership mindset. - Ability to thrive in a fast-paced startup environment. If you join us, you will get the opportunity to lead a high-impact modernization project in the insurance domain. You will work with a modern tech stack including Python, FastAPI/Django/Flask, React, TypeScript, and Tailwind. You will be part of a collaborative environment with experienced professionals, gaining exposure to enterprise-scale challenges and digital transformation.,