Back End Developer - Python at Well established B2C mobile app to control subscriptions · Bengaluru (Bangalore) · 3 - 6 years · ₹7L - ₹14L / yr · Posted 19 Oct 2021

Back End Developer - Python
at Well established B2C mobile app to control subscriptions
Our client has a B2C startup in the Fintech space building the payment system for the
subscription economy. We have raised pre-seed funding from some of the leading
investors in the country. A small brief about their product - To build the payment
system for the subscription economy and make it easier to discover and manage
subscription payments in India and abroad. To give subscription merchants the
power to increase their offering by providing user subscription data, multiple login
authentication, distribution and one click subscription checkouts. To enable users to
participate in the subscription economy & increase adoption of new subscriptions.
The core team come from strong backgrounds having been alumni of IIT Madras,
IIM Calcutta as well as having worked with some of the top startups in the
ecosystem including Swiggy, Mckinsey, Barclays, etc..
What we're looking for
We are looking for an experienced Python developer to join our engineering team
and help us develop our mobile application. In this role, you will be responsible for
writing and testing scalable code, developing back-end components, and integrating
user-facing elements in collaboration with front-end developers.
To be successful as a Python developer, you should possess in-depth knowledge of
object-relational mapping, experience with server-side logic, and above-average
knowledge of Python programming.
As one of the earliest members in engineering, you will have the flexibility to design
the application and systems from ground up. As any early-stage start-up, we expect
you to be comfortable wearing various hats, and be proactive contributor in building
something truly remarkable.
Responsibilities
Coordinating with development teams to determine application requirements.Python Backend Developer
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Writing scalable code using Python programming language.
Developing back-end components.
Implement business logic in the backend
Integrating user-facing elements using server-side logic.
Create restful APIs for a seamless integration with our mobile front end
Testing and debugging applications.
Assessing and prioritizing client feature requests.
Integrating data storage solutions.
Coordinating with front-end developers.
Reprogramming existing databases to improve functionality.
Developing digital tools to monitor online traffic.
Qualifications
4+ years of experience in Python, Django, Mongo, Express, MySQL, etc
Have built applications capable of serving high volume with low latency in
production
Following practices of agile development with continuous integration/deployment
A deep understanding and multi-process architecture and the threading
limitations of Python.
Experience in deploying applications in AWS cloud
Ability to collaborate on projects and work independently when required.
Knowledge in building applications for Fintech/payments domain is a bonus
Bachelor's or Master's degree in CS or equivalent from a reputed institution

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a deep interest in scalable, low-latency systems.
Key Responsibilities
• Develop, maintain, and optimize backend applications using Python.
• Build and integrate RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Work with relational and NoSQL databases for data storage, retrieval, and optimization.
• Write clean, efficient, and reusable code while following best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (frontend, QA, DevOps) to deliver high quality features.
• Participate in code reviews to maintain high coding standards.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing applications.
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• Strong command over Python frameworks such as Django, Flask, or FastAPI.
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• Design, develop, test, deploy and maintain software
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• Manage individual project priorities and deadlines
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• Working knowledge of GitHub, CI/CD, Devops
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• Any cloud exposure like AWS, GCP or Azure
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Responsible for troubleshooting, testing and maintaining the core product software and
databases to ensure strong optimisation and functionality
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Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or equivalent.
Minimum 3+ years experience in software development.
Expertise in Python 3.7, Django 2.2+ and REST APIs.
Willingness to learn and ability to flourish in a dynamic, high-growth, entrepreneurial
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Location – Gurugram (currently work from home)
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• Should always be ready with new innovative ideas
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● Strong hold on Data Structure, Problem solving skills
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