Backend Developer (Python/Django) - Fintech exp preferred at Smarthyrecom · Bengaluru (Bangalore) · 4 - 6 years · ₹20L - ₹30L / yr · Bootstrapped · Posted 22 Oct 2025

Backend Developer (Python/Django) - Fintech exp preferred
at Smarthyrecom
About the Role
We are looking for a highly skilled Backend Developer with strong expertise in Python and Django to join our team. The ideal candidate should have prior experience working with payment/fintech companies and be passionate about building scalable, secure, and high-performing systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain robust backend services and APIs using Python/Django.
- Work on integrations with payment gateways, banking APIs, and financial services.
- Ensure system security, scalability, and performance optimization.
- Collaborate with product managers, front-end developers, and other stakeholders to deliver end-to-end solutions.
- Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing systems.
- Write clean, maintainable, and testable code following best practices.
Requirements
- 4+ years of hands-on experience as a Backend Developer.
- Strong proficiency in Python and Django framework.
- Prior experience in payment/fintech domain (mandatory).
- Good understanding of REST APIs, microservices architecture, and database design (SQL/NoSQL).
- Knowledge of payment systems, PCI compliance, security protocols, and transaction workflows.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure) and CI/CD pipelines is a plus.
- Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
Nice to Have
- Experience with Celery, Redis, RabbitMQ, or Kafka.
- Exposure to containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Understanding of data security, fraud detection, and regulatory compliance in fintech.
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to work on impactful projects in the payments and fintech domain.
- Collaborative and growth-driven work environment.
- Competitive compensation and benefits.
- Remote Flexibilty with Hybrid working model

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Responsibilities
● Architect and build end-to-end backend services and APIs.
● Integrate with external systems such as insurers, payment gateways, and other
partners.
● Ensure high observability, performance, and reliability across systems.
● Write clean, reusable, and maintainable code with a focus on scalability.
● Implement comprehensive test coverage and maintain code quality.
● Manage database design, migrations, scripting, and administration.
Experience & Skills
● 2-8 years of experience in backend development.
● Hands-on experience with low-level & high-level system design.
● Proven experience building scalable, secure backend systems (APIs, middleware, caching).
● Proficiency in Python, Django, Django REST Framework (DRF), PostgreSQL, Redis,
Celery, and basic HTML/CSS.
● Experience developing RESTful APIs.
● Familiarity with AWS or other major cloud platforms is a plus.
● Strong sense of ownership, problem-solving ability, and leadership qualities.
We are looking for an exceptional Python Backend Developer to join our engineering team. You will be responsible for managing the interchange of data between the server and the users, developing server-side logic, and ensuring high performance and responsiveness to requests from the front end. The ideal candidate must have a rock-solid foundation in core computer science concepts, specifically Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) and Data Structures and Algorithms (DSA), to design and implement highly scalable and optimised backend systems.
Responsibilities:
- Design, build, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable Python code.
- Develop robust, highly scalable, and low-latency backend architectures and APIs.
- Apply strong OOPS principles to build modular and maintainable software systems.
- Utilise advanced Data Structures and Algorithms (DSA) to solve complex computational problems and optimise application performance.
- Integrate user-facing elements developed by front-end developers with server-side logic.
- Implement security and data protection measures.
- Identify bottlenecks, troubleshoot bugs, and devise elegant solutions to mitigate these issues.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with product managers, front-end developers, and QA engineers to deliver high-quality features.
Requirements:
- Core Python: Strong proficiency in Python programming with a deep understanding of its quirks, ecosystem, and best practices.
- OOPs Expertise: Excellent command over Object-Oriented Programming concepts (Inheritance, Polymorphism, Encapsulation, Abstraction) and design patterns.
- DSA Proficiency: Strong problem-solving skills with a deep understanding of Data Structures (Arrays, Trees, Graphs, Hash Tables, etc. ) and Algorithms (Sorting, Searching, Dynamic Programming, etc. ).
- Frameworks: Hands-on experience with popular Python web frameworks such as Django, FastAPI, or Flask.
- Database Management: Solid understanding of relational databases (e. g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and ORM (Object-Relational Mapper) libraries.
- API Development: Experience in designing and developing RESTful APIs.
- Version Control: Proficient understanding of code versioning tools, such as Git.
- Clean Code: A strong commitment to writing clean, readable, and properly documented code.
Good to Have (Optional):
- Experience with NoSQL databases (e. g., MongoDB, Redis).
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and containerization tools (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Knowledge of asynchronous programming in Python (asyncio).
We are seeking talented software developers who are passionate about coding and building & scaling
products. If you love taking on new challenges and have a problem solving mindset to solve problems through
code, you will be a perfect fit for our rockstar engineering team.
Roles and Responsibilities:
● Design and develop backend architectures to support robust, scalable, and secure web applications and
systems with a focus on backend development using Django.
● Design, implement and maintain high quality RESTful APIs to support seamless communication between
frontend, backend and other services.
● Design, implement, and maintain database schemas. Ensure the integrity, performance, and security of
data.
● Ensure the scalability and reliability of our backend infrastructure on AWS. Ensure reliable management of
infrastructure on cloud aiming for 0 downtime of systems.
● Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code, while adhering to best practices and industry standards.
Develop and maintain documentation for our backend systems, APIs, and data models.
● Conduct high quality code reviews and provide feedback to other team members to ensure best practices
are adhered to.
● Take ownership of the development, testing, and deployment of web applications. Break down high-level
business problems into smaller chunks and build systems.
● Work closely with the frontend development team, product managers, and designers to plan new features
and optimize existing ones.
● Constantly aim to improve performance and optimize systems by identifying bottlenecks and resolving
them for increased efficiency.
● Stay up-to-date with the latest technologies such as LLMs, and implement them as and when required
Skills and Qualifications:
● Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a related field.
● 4+ years of experience in full-stack web development, with a focus on backend development.
● Strong proficiency in Python and Django, including experience with Django Rest Framework.
● Experience working with SQL/PostgreSQL databases, including schema design, querying, and
optimization.
● Proficiency in AWS services such as EC2, RDS, S3, and Lambda.
● Familiarity of integrations with third party services and open source frameworks
● Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software design patterns.
● Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes is a plus.
● Familiarity with LLM frameworks such as Langchain, OpenAI, Anthropic, LLaMa is a plus.
● Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
● Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

About the company
The company delivers the power of technology and intelligence to investors and companies and enables growth and value creation in the private unlisted markets. We make it easier for investors to know everything about a company, and a company to know everything about an investor. Our intelligence is used by more than 400+ customers across Venture Capital, Private Equity, Investment Bankers, and Corporates. Our intelligence covers the entire universe of Indian private companies and investors. We are gearing to power growth and transactions in private markets in India and around the world. We want our solutions to be reliable, timely and trustworthy to make investment and business decisions.
Founded in 2015 by IIT Madras Alumni Mr. Krishna Saraswati and Mr. Avinash Loganathan, as a fintech startup we have 3 products in the market. 1. PrivateCircle Research: Private Market Intelligence product. 2. PrivateCircle Connect: Intelligent Prospecting tool for Sales teams. 3. PrivateCircle Markets: Investment opportunities discovery platform.
About the role
We are looking for a Senior backend engineer with 4+ years of experience building large scale web applications. A highly skilled Python Developer with advanced coding abilities in Python.
Responsibilities:
- Design, Develop and maintain products using bleeding-edge technologies on Python
- Collaborating with the rest of the engineering team to design and deploy the code to test/production and implement new features.
- Debug, validate, review and test new and existing code.
- Act as a mentor to junior developers, providing guidance and support on technical issues.
- Write clean, efficient and well documented code
- As a Senior, you are required to regularly interact with their peers, managers and PMs (product/program managers).
Requirements:
- Advanced knowledge of Python (4+ years) with strong OOPs fundamentals.
- Version Control using git.
- Experience with web frameworks and MVC/ MVT architecture.
- Experience with Django framework and its ORM.
- Experience with REST API's and microservices architecture.
- In-depth knowledge of relational databases (e.g. MySQL, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g. MongoDB).
- Knowledge of distributed systems is a plus.
- Experience with Elasticsearch is a plus.
- Experience with Docker, Kubernetes or any other container technologies is a plus.
- Experience with Celery or other asynchronous task queues.
- Experience using system monitoring tools, automated testing frameworks and implementing server-side security.
We offer a dynamic and fast-paced work environment with ample opportunities for growth and advancement. If you're a highly motivated individual with a passion for coding and a desire to work with cutting-edge technologies, please apply today!
SENIOR PYTHON DEVELOPER
Designation: Senior Python Django Developer
Position: Senior Python Developer
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Schedule: Day shift (On-site)
Supplemental Pay: Performance bonus, Yearly bonus
Ability to commute/relocate: JP Nagar, Bangalore: Reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (Preferred)
Experience: Back-end development: 5 years (Required)
Job Description:
We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Python Django Developer with extensive experience in building and scaling financial or payments-based applications. The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of system design, architecture patterns, and testing best practices, along with a strong grasp of the startup environment.
This role requires a balance of hands-on coding, architectural design, and collaboration across teams to deliver robust and scalable financial products.
Responsibilities:
- Design and develop scalable, secure, and high-performance applications using Python (Django framework).
- Architect system components, define database schemas, and optimize backend services for speed and efficiency.
- Lead and implement design patterns and software architecture best practices.
- Ensure code quality through comprehensive unit testing, integration testing, and participation in code reviews.
- Collaborate closely with Product, DevOps, QA, and Frontend teams to build seamless end-to-end solutions.
- Drive performance improvements, monitor system health, and troubleshoot production issues.
- Apply domain knowledge in payments and finance, including transaction processing, reconciliation, settlements, wallets, UPI, etc.
- Contribute to technical decision-making and mentor junior developers.
Requirements:
- 5 to 10 years of professional backend development experience with Python and Django.
- Strong background in payments/financial systems or FinTech applications.
- Proven experience in designing software architecture in a microservices or modular monolith environment.
- Experience working in fast-paced startup environments with agile practices.
- Proficiency in RESTful APIs, SQL (PostgreSQL/MySQL), NoSQL (MongoDB/Redis).
- Solid understanding of Docker, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure).
- Hands-on experience with test-driven development (TDD) and frameworks like pytest, unit test, or factory boy.
- Familiarity with security best practices in financial applications (PCI compliance, data encryption, etc.).
Preferred Skills:
- Exposure to event-driven architecture (
- Experience integrating with third-party payment gateways, banking APIs, or financial instruments.
- Understanding of DevOps and monitoring tools (Prometheus, ELK, Grafana).
- Contributions to open-source or personal finance-related projects.
Company Overview:
Euphoric Thought Technologies is a technology-driven organization specializing in delivering scalable software solutions and digital transformation services. Operating at the intersection of cloud innovation and enterprise application development, the company empowers businesses to modernize their infrastructure and streamline operations. With a focus on high-performance engineering, Euphoric Thought Technologies serves a diverse global clientele, helping them navigate complex technical landscapes through robust, cloud-native architectures.
Role Overview:
As a Python Developer with Azure expertise, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and deploying high-impact backend services that drive our core product offerings. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers and cloud architects, to translate business requirements into efficient, scalable code. Your contributions will directly influence the reliability and performance of our cloud-based platforms, ensuring seamless user experiences and optimized infrastructure utilization for our clients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Architect and maintain scalable backend applications using Python and Django to support high-traffic enterprise platforms.
- Design and implement serverless computing solutions using Azure Functions to optimize resource consumption and application responsiveness.
- Manage and optimize relational database schemas within Azure SQL to ensure high data integrity and query performance.
- Integrate CI/CD pipelines to automate testing and deployment processes, reducing time-to-market for new feature releases.
- Collaborate with infrastructure teams to migrate and manage application workloads within the Azure cloud ecosystem.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical bottlenecks to maintain high availability and system stability for end-users.
Required Skillset:
- Demonstrated proficiency in building production-grade applications using Python and the Django framework.
- Strong hands-on experience in architecting and managing cloud-native solutions within the Microsoft Azure environment.
- Proven ability to design, query, and maintain Azure SQL databases for complex data-driven applications.
- Experience in implementing CI/CD workflows to streamline development cycles and improve code quality.
- Ability to translate technical requirements into clean, maintainable code while adhering to industry best practices.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate technical challenges and solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Capability to work effectively in a hybrid or on-site environment in Noida/Greater Noida, demonstrating self-motivation and collaborative spirit.
- 3 to 5 years of professional experience in software development with a focus on cloud-based architectures.
Backend Developers
- Contract To Hire (Initial Engagement: 6 months)
Experience: 5+ years
Mandatory Skills:
● Node.js
● Python
● MongoDB
● PostgreSQL
● REST API design and development
● Backend architecture and service design
● Database design, indexing and query optimisation
● Performance tuning
● Authentication/authorisation
● Third-party integrations
● Asynchronous processing and background jobs
● Logging, monitoring and debugging
● Git and collaborative development
● Scalable, maintainable and testable backend services
● Architecture discussions, code reviews, debugging and production support
Good to have:
● Microservices
● Docker
● Cloud platforms
● Redis
● Message queues
● CI/CD
● Observability
• Python Scripting: Proficient in writing clean, efficient scripts using Python for automation and problem-solving.
• Web Frameworks: Skilled in Django/Flask/FastAPI for backend and REST API development, with frontend knowledge (React/Angular/Vue).
• Testing: Experienced in unit and integration testing with pytest and ensuring code quality using linting tools.
• Data Analytics: Capable of processing and analysing data using Pandas, NumPy, and visualization libraries like Matplotlib.
• Version Control: Proficient in using Git for source code management and collaboration through branching and merge strategies.
• Databases: Strong in SQL and NoSQL database design, query optimization, and management.
• Tools: Familiarity with additional build tools and CI/CD systems (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD).
• Cloud technologies: Familiarity with AWS/Azure or GCP.
• Problem-Solving: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills related to build systems and processes.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
Role Title:- Mid-Level Python Developer
Location - Bangalore
Employment Type -Full-time (Work from Office)
Experience Required - 3 to 7 years
Notice Period Preference - Open to all candidates, but shorter notice period candidates will be preferred.
About the Role
We are looking for a strong Mid-Level Python Developer to join our backend engineering team in Bangalore. The role is focused on building, maintaining, and improving backend systems for fintech products in the Indian capital markets domain, specifically around PMS, AIF, portfolio operations, order management, reporting, and client-facing enterprise workflows.
The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in building APIs, working with relational databases, writing clean and maintainable Python code, and solving practical backend engineering problems. This is a backend-first role. Frontend or Angular exposure is preferred but not mandatory.
The candidate should be capable of independently owning backend modules, collaborating with product and frontend teams, mentoring junior developers, and eventually growing into a team lead role.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain backend APIs using Python and FastAPI.
- Build reliable, scalable, and maintainable backend services.
- Work extensively with PostgreSQL for database design, querying, optimization, and data integrity.
- Use Redis for caching, queues, session handling, or performance improvement where applicable.
- Write clean, modular, testable, and production-ready Python code.
- Develop REST APIs with proper request validation, error handling, authentication, and response structure.
- Understand business requirements and convert them into robust backend implementation.
- Debug production issues, identify root causes, and implement long-term fixes.
- Optimize database queries, backend logic, and API performance.
- Participate in code reviews and maintain engineering standards.
- Mentor junior developers and help improve their coding, debugging, and backend design skills.
- Work closely with frontend developers, QA, product/business teams, and management.
- Contribute to technical documentation, SOPs, and internal development practices.
- Build backend solutions for fintech workflows related to PMS, AIF, capital markets, reporting, order processing, and operational automation.
Required Technical Skills
Python Backend Development:-
- Strong hands-on experience with Core Python.
- Good understanding of Python data structures, functions, classes, modules, exception handling, and file handling.
- Ability to write clean, reusable, and maintainable backend code.
- Experience with practical backend service logic, data transformation, and debugging.
FastAPI / API Development:-
- Hands-on experience with FastAPI or similar Python web frameworks.
- Strong understanding of REST API design.
- Experience with request/response validation, status codes, error handling, middleware, and dependency injection.
- Basic understanding of authentication and authorization in APIs.
- Ability to design APIs that are practical, secure, and maintainable.
Database Skills:-
- Strong working knowledge of PostgreSQL.
- Ability to write SQL queries involving joins, aggregations, filters, subqueries, and transactions.
- Understanding of indexing, query performance, constraints, and relational database design.
- Ability to troubleshoot data issues and optimize database-heavy backend workflows.
Redis / Caching:-
- Working knowledge of Redis.
- Understanding of caching use cases, TTL, key-value storage, and performance improvement patterns.
- Experience using Redis in backend applications will be preferred.
Backend Engineering Fundamentals:-
- Understanding of application architecture, modular code structure, logging, configuration management, and environment variables.
- Good debugging and problem-solving ability.
- Understanding of production issues, edge cases, and maintainability.
- Basic understanding of background jobs, queues, async processing, or scheduled tasks will be preferred.
Version Control & Development Practices
- Experience with Git.
- Ability to work with branches, pull requests, code reviews, and structured development workflows.
- Familiarity with testing, basic unit tests, and API testing tools such as Postman.
Preferred Skills
- Experience in fintech, capital markets, PMS, AIF, wealth management, portfolio reporting, or order management systems.
- Exposure to Angular or frontend development.
- Experience with background task processing, Celery, Redis queues, or scheduled jobs.
- Experience with Docker or Linux-based deployment environments.
- Experience working on enterprise SaaS or client-facing business applications.
- Understanding of financial data workflows, reconciliations, transactions, holdings, reporting, or order lifecycle.
Domain Exposure Preferred
Candidates with experience or interest in the following areas will be preferred:
- Indian capital markets
- Portfolio Management Services — PMS
- Alternative Investment Funds — AIF
- Wealth management platforms
- Order management systems
- Financial reporting systems
- Investor/client reporting workflows
- Transaction, holding, and reconciliation workflows
Expected Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate should be:
- A strong backend developer with practical problem-solving ability.
- Comfortable working independently on backend modules.
- Able to understand business workflows and translate them into technical implementation.
- Detail-oriented, especially when working with financial data.
- Comfortable debugging production issues and improving system reliability.
- Capable of mentoring junior developers.
- Interested in growing into a future technical/team lead role.
- Comfortable working from an office in Bangalore.
Assessment Process
The hiring process will include:
1. Initial screening based on resume, experience, notice period, and compensation fit.
2. Google Form technical assessment of 50 marks.
3. Live coding / technical discussion round.
4. Final face-to-face discussion covering technical depth, domain fit, ownership, and team fit.
What We Are Evaluating
- Python fundamentals and coding clarity
- Backend API design ability
- SQL and PostgreSQL practical knowledge
- Debugging and problem-solving approach
- Understanding of Redis and caching basics
- Ability to think through edge cases
- Code maintainability and readability
- Production-readiness mindset
- Ability to work in fintech/capital markets workflows
- Potential to mentor juniors and grow into a lead role
Summary
This role is suitable for a backend-focused Python developer who has strong hands-on coding ability, practical database knowledge, and the maturity to independently own backend modules. The candidate should be comfortable working in a fintech product environment where accuracy, reliability, and clean backend design are critical.
Role Overview:
We are seeking a backend-focused Software Engineer with deep expertise in REST APIs,
real-time integrations, and cloud-based application services. The ideal candidate will build
scalable backend systems, integrate real-time data flows, and contribute to system design
and documentation. This is a hands-on role working with global teams in a fast-paced, Agile
environment.
Key Responsibilities:
• Design, develop, and maintain REST APIs and backend services using Python, FastAPI,
and SQLAlchemy.
• Build and support real-time integrations using AWS Lambda, API Gateway, and
EventBridge.
• Develop and maintain Operational Data Stores (ODS) for real-time data access.
• Write performant SQL queries and work with dimensional data models in PostgreSQL.
• Contribute to cloud-based application logic and data orchestration.
• Containerize services using Docker and deploy via CI/CD pipelines.
• Implement automated testing using pytest, pydantic, and related tools.
• Collaborate with cross-functional Agile teams using tools like Jira.
• Document technical workflows, APIs, and system integrations with clarity and
consistency.
• Should have experience in team management
Required Skills & Experience:
• 8+ years of backend or integrations engineering experience.
• Expert-level knowledge of REST API development and real-time system design.
• Strong experience with: Python (FastAPI preferred), SQLAlchemy.
• PostgreSQL and advanced SQL.
• AWS Lambda, API Gateway, EventBridge.
• Operational Data Stores (ODS) and distributed system integration.
• Experience with Docker, Git, CI/CD tools, and automated testing frameworks.
• Experience working in Agile environments and collaborating with cross-functional
teams.
• Comfortable producing and maintaining clear technical documentation.
• Working knowledge of React is acceptable but not a focus.
• Hands-on experience working with Databricks or similar data platforms.
Education & Certifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (required).
• Master’s degree is a plus.
• Certifications in AWS (e.g., Developer Associate, Solutions Architect) or Python
frameworks are highly preferred.










