Senior Software Engineer - Python

Job Title: Senior Software Engineer - Python

Experience: 7+ yrs

Job Location: Infopark, Kochi

Why Join Us?

• Innovative Environment:

  Join a forward-thinking company that encourages creativity and problem-solving.

• Career Growth:

  Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

• Collaborative Culture:

  Work in a team-oriented environment where your contributions are valued.

• Competitive Compensation:

  Attractive salary package and performance-based incentives.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Leadership

• Lead Python development teams on enterprise-grade projects
• Own and drive architectural decisions and code quality
• Conduct design and code reviews, and ensure adherence to best practices

• Backend Development

• Build and maintain robust, scalable backend services using Python frameworks (Django, FastAPI, Flask)
• Design APIs, background workers, and data pipelines

• Team Mentoring

• Mentor and guide junior and mid-level developers
• Provide training, performance feedback, and career guidance

• DevOps and Deployment

• Work with DevOps to define CI/CD pipelines and deployment strategies
• Collaborate on containerization using Docker, orchestration with Kubernetes

• Client and Stakeholder Interaction

• Translate business requirements into technical solutions
• Participate in client calls for requirement gathering, demos, and feedback sessions

Required Skills

• 7+ years of Python development experience
• Strong command over frameworks like Django, FastAPI, Flask
• Proven experience in API development and integration (REST, GraphQL)
• Experience with relational (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB, Redis) databases
• Solid understanding of system architecture, design patterns, and scalability
• Familiarity with asynchronous programming (e.g., Celery, asyncio)
• Hands-on experience with Docker, Git, and CI/CD pipelines
• Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure)
• Good understanding of security best practices (OWASP, data protection).

Preferred Skills

• Experience with AI/ML pipelines, data engineering, or microservices
• Prior experience in leading Agile/Scrum teams
• Familiarity with front-end technologies (React/Angular) is a plus
• Contributions to open-source projects or technical blogs

Soft Skills

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to multitask and manage priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Team-oriented with a proactive and collaborative approach

Qualifications

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