Backend Developer

Position Title : Python Django Developer

Location : Gurgaon (6 Days WFO)

Experience : 3+ Years

Job Overview :

We are looking for a skilled Python Django Developer with a strong background in developing scalable, high-performance web applications. The ideal candidate must have 3+ Years of hands-on experience in Django and related technologies, including RabbitMQ, Redis, Celery, and PostgreSQL, to ensure seamless background task management, caching, and database performance.

Key Responsibilities :

• Develop, maintain, and enhance Django-based web applications and APIs.
• Design and implement message broker solutions using RabbitMQ for asynchronous communication.
• Integrate Redis for caching and session management to optimize application performance.
• Implement and manage task queues using Celery for efficient background processing.
• Work with PostgreSQL, ensuring proper database design, query optimization, and performance tuning.
• Collaborate with front-end developers, DevOps engineers, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality software solutions.
• Write clean, modular, and well-documented code following best practices.
• Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve issues across the application stack.
• Participate in code reviews, system design discussions, and team meetings.
• Ensure scalability, reliability, and security of applications.

Required Technical Skills :

• Minimum 3+ Years of relevant experience in Python and Django framework.
• Proficiency in RabbitMQ for message brokering.
• Hands-on experience with Redis for caching and session management.
• Strong knowledge of Celery for distributed task queues.
• Experience with PostgreSQL, including database design, indexing, and optimization.
• Expertise in RESTful API design and development.
• Understanding of Docker and containerized applications.

Preferred Skills :

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines for automated deployments.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS or GCP.
• Knowledge of Django ORM and its performance optimizations.
• Basic understanding of front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript).

Soft Skills

• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to adapt to an agile development environment and evolving requirements.

Educational Qualifications :

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

Job Title : Python Developer – API Integration & AWS Deployment

Experience : 5+ Years

Location : Bangalore

Work Mode : Onsite

Job Overview :

We are seeking an experienced Python Developer with strong expertise in API development and AWS cloud deployment.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for building scalable RESTful APIs, automating power system simulations using PSS®E (psspy), and deploying automation workflows securely and efficiently on AWS.

Mandatory Skills : Python, FastAPI/Flask, PSS®E (psspy), RESTful API Development, AWS (EC2, Lambda, S3, EFS, API Gateway), AWS IAM, CloudWatch.

Key Responsibilities :

Python Development & API Integration :

• Design, build, and maintain RESTful APIs using FastAPI or Flask to interface with PSS®E.
• Automate simulations and workflows using the PSS®E Python API (psspy).
• Implement robust bulk case processing, result extraction, and automated reporting systems.

AWS Cloud Deployment :

• Deploy APIs and automation pipelines using AWS services such as EC2, Lambda, S3, EFS, and API Gateway.
• Apply cloud-native best practices to ensure reliability, scalability, and cost efficiency.
• Manage secure access control using AWS IAM, API keys, and implement monitoring using CloudWatch.

Required Skills :

• 5+ Years of professional experience in Python development.
• Hands-on experience with RESTful API development (FastAPI/Flask).
• Solid experience working with PSS®E and its psspy Python API.
• Strong understanding of AWS services, deployment, and best practices.
• Proficiency in automation, scripting, and report generation.
• Knowledge of cloud security and monitoring tools like IAM and CloudWatch.

Good to Have :

• Experience in power system simulation and electrical engineering concepts.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools for AWS deployments.

• Backend development along with team management
• Hands on experience in product development 
• Preferred candidates from Fintech and Banking sectors
• Exp in Python / Java slong with databases like MySQL, NoSQL, etc
• Knowledge of Agile methodology

Job Title: WordPress Developer

Company: Fortmindz

Location: Kolkata

About Fortmindz:

Fortmindz is a cutting-edge software development company that specializes in delivering innovative and intuitive web and mobile applications. We are seeking a talented WordPress Developer to join our team and help us build world-class WordPress websites and plugins.

Responsibilities:

- Develop and customize WordPress themes and plugins based on project requirements

- Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code

- Troubleshoot and debug WordPress websites and plugins to optimize performance and user experience

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features

- Stay up-to-date with new WordPress features, technologies, and industry best practices

- Participate in code reviews and contribute to the continuous improvement of our development process

- Ensure WordPress websites and plugins are responsive and perform well across different devices and browsers

- Build and maintain custom WordPress themes and plugins using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP

Requirements:

- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field

- At least 2 years of experience as a WordPress Developer or in a similar role

- Strong knowledge of WordPress, including its core functionality, themes, and plugins

- Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP

- Experience with Git and agile development methodologies

- Good understanding of responsive design principles and cross-browser compatibility

- Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills

- Strong communication and teamwork skills

Benefits:

- Competitive salary and benefits package

- Opportunities for career growth and professional development

- A dynamic and inclusive work environment

- Access to cutting-edge technologies and tools

If you are a talented WordPress Developer who is passionate about building high-quality WordPress websites and plugins, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience.

Fortmindz is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

About us:

Strata is a commercial real estate investment platform that offers investors the opportunity to invest in pre-leased commercial assets such as offices, warehouses, and retail spaces across India.

We are one of the fastest-growing PropTech platforms in India and are backed by Elevation Capital, Mayfield, Kotak Investment Advisors, Gruhas (a venture by Nikhil Kamath of Zerodha) and DLF Family Office.

Our headquarter is in Bangalore, India.

We are a small yet close-knit team of 35+ people.

About you:

You have a knack for product and strongly equipped with engineering skills to make it a reality. You don’t jump into implementation unless you have clearly understood the problem/requirements and have a written design. You don’t hesitate asking questions and giving critical reviews while respecting others’ opinions. You are a fearless engineer, and not afraid to fail, not on production though ;) You have a strong sense of ownership. You have a startup experience. You don’t feel annoyed if required to work on off days in case of production incidents (no development).

Your responsibilities:

You will primarily work on the backend maintaining the existing platform and writing new enhancements and features. Apart from your own features, as a senior member of the team you will be expected to be actively involved in overall design discussions and peer code reviews. You will factor in extensibility, maintainability, scalability and security in designs and code. You will ensure that best engineering practices are followed. You will support your team members when they are facing challenges, and mentor them when appropriate. You will strive for overall engineering excellence.

Must-have Skills:

• 4-8 years of total experience
• 2+ years of experience in Django and DRF. You must be pro at it. The team will be looking up to you for making most out of DRF.
• Designing and building  scalable web applications
• Good understanding of REST principles
• SQL database design and queries
• Working knowledge of AWS

Good-To-Have Skills:

• Angular or any other JavaScript frontend framework
• Designing microservices
• DevOps experience

FAQ's.

1. Your technology ingredients?

Programming languages:
Our backend is written in Python using Django framework. And the frontend is in AngularJS. Currently there is no mobile app.

Infrastructure:
We are an AWS shop and use their services for most needs, Docker for containerization and ECS as orchestrator, RDS as database, S3 for storage and SQS as messaging backend.

Other tools:
BitBucket for Git and CI/CD pipeline, Trello for project management; and Google Meets and Slack for communication.

2. Your hiring plan?

Currently the engineering team comprises of 3 engineers, and we plan to grow it to 8 by the end of 2021.

3. Your Interview process?

We will try to finish the process within two weeks. In case we can’t go ahead with  your candidature, we will clearly and immediately let you know. But in case of competing applications, we may request you to wait for a week or two.

1. 15 minutes introductory call to discuss requirements and expectations
2. 30 minutes online coding assignment on a screen sharing session
3. 1 hour technical interview covering problem solving, code review and aptitude
4. 15 minutes call with co-founder for final discussion

In case of inability to come to a conclusion from either side, we may go for an additional round.

4. Your WFH and WFO policy?

Due to Covid-19 the team is working from home and will continue till March-2022. After that we will work from the Bangalore or Pune office (yet to be finalised). You should be open to relocate to any of the cities.

5. Your funding status?

In March 2020, Strata raised $1.5 million in seed funding; and $6 million in Series-A in July 2021.