Django Developer

Key Skills required (Items in Bold are mandatory keywords) :

1. Proficiency in Python  & Django

2. Solid understanding of Python concepts

3. Experience with some form of Machine Learning (ML)

4. Experience in using libraries such as Numpy and Pandas

5. Some form of experience with NLP and Deep Learning using any of Pytorch, Tensorflow, Keras, Scikit-learn or similar

6. Hands on experience with RDBMS such as Postgres or MySQL

7. Experience building REST APIs using DRF or Flask

8. Comfort with Git repositories, branching and deployment using Git

9. Working experience with Docker

10. Experience in deploying Django applications to AWS,Digital Ocean or Heroku

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Python Developer with a strong background in fintech to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have at least 7+ years of professional experience in Python development, with a proven track record of delivering high-quality software solutions in the fintech industry.

Responsibilities:

Design, build, and maintain RESTful APIs using Django and Django Rest Framework.

Integrate AI/ML models into existing applications to enhance functionality and provide data-driven insights.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and other developers, to define and implement new features and functionalities.

Manage deployment processes, ensuring smooth and efficient delivery of applications.

Implement and maintain payment gateway solutions to facilitate secure transactions.

Conduct code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and mentor junior members of the development team.

Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends, and evaluate their potential impact on our products and services.

Maintain clear and comprehensive documentation for all development processes and integrations.

Requirements:

Proficiency in Python and Django/Django Rest Framework.

Experience with REST API development and integration.

Knowledge of AI/ML concepts and practical experience integrating AI/ML models.

Hands-on experience with deployment tools and processes.

Familiarity with payment gateway integration and management.

Strong understanding of database systems (SQL, PostgreSQL, MySQL).

Experience with version control systems (Git).

Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person

Job Description:

Position: Python Technical Architect

Major Responsibilities:

●           Develop and customize solutions, including workflows, Workviews, and application integrations.

●           Integrate with other enterprise applications and systems.

●           Perform system upgrades and migrations to ensure optimal performance.

●           Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to applications and workflows using Diagnostic console.

●           Ensure data integrity and security within the system.

●           Maintain documentation for system configurations, workflows, and processes.

●           Stay updated on best practices, new features and industry trends.

●           Hands-on in Waterfall & Agile Scrum methodology.

●           Working on software issues and specifications and performing Design/Code Review(s).

●           Engaging in the assignment of work to the development team resources, ensuring effective transition of knowledge, design assumptions and development expectations.

●           Ability to mentor developers and lead cross-functional technical teams.

●           Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications for effective workflow/Workview design.

●           Assist in the training of end-users and provide support as needed

●           Contributing to the organizational values by actively working with agile development teams, methodologies, and toolsets.

●           Driving concise, structured, and effective communication with peers and clients.

Key Capabilities and Competencies Knowledge

●           Proven experience as a Software Architect or Technical Project Manager with architectural responsibilities.

●           Strong proficiency in Python and relevant frameworks (Django, Flask, FastAPI).

●           Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC), agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and DevOps practices.

●           Expertise in Azure cloud ecosystem and architecture design patterns.

●           Familiarity with Azure DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, monitoring and logging.

●           Experience with RESTful APIs, microservices architecture and asynchronous processing.

●           Deep understanding of insurance domain processes such as claims management, policy administration etc.

●           Experience in database design and data modelling with SQL(MySQL) and NoSQL(Azure Cosmos DB).

●           Knowledge of security best practices including data encryption, API security and compliance standards.

●           Knowledge of SAST and DAST security tools is a plus.

●           Strong documentation skill for articulating architecture decisions and technical concepts to stakeholders.

●           Experience with system integration using middleware or web services.

●           Server Load Balancing, Planning, configuration, maintenance and administration of the Server Systems.

●           Experience with developing reusable assets such as prototypes, solution designs, documentation and other materials that contribute to department efficiency.

●           Highly cognizant of the DevOps approach like ensuring basic security measures.

●           Technical writing skills, strong networking, and communication style with the ability to formulate professional emails, presentations, and documents.

●           Passion for technology trends in the insurance industry and emerging technology space.

Qualification and Experience

●           Recognized with a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent.

●           Work experience - Overall experience 10-12 years

●           Recognizable domain knowledge and awareness of basic insurance and regulatory frameworks.

●           Previous experience working in the insurance industry (AINS Certification is a plus).

Role - Lead- Backend Engineering

Work Mode- Hybrid

Location- Thane, Mumbai.

About the Company: 

Ventura is an omnichannel trading and investment platform with a network of branches, sub-brokers and Digital Channels. Founded in 1994, the company is now entering the next phase of growth by pivoting to a digital-first approach and strengthening its direct-to-consumer franchise. The company has now carved out a separate fintech vertical tasked with digital transformation using cutting-edge technology and bringing in fresh talent. 

Job Description: 

We are looking for a Backend Engineering lead whose highly talented individuals come from diverse backgrounds and are looking to solve real client problems at scale. We are looking for passionate techies with skills primarily around AWS and the latest tech stack who are aspiring for a fast-track career.

Join us if you like to:

· Build out a next-gen fintech product from ground 0

· Opportunity to influence the design of the product

· Flexible and Hybrid work environment running out of Slack

· Flat org structure

· Stay up-to-date on industry trends and emerging technologies

We’ll need you to bring:

· Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Master's degree in CS/ IT.

· 7+ years of experience 

· Clean coding skills around C++/Python/NodeJS/Go.

· Knowledge of Redis.

· Experienced in SQL with Postgres and Good to have Influx DB.

· Knowledge of NGINX or any other API gateway.

· Strong AWS skills, techies with certifications from AWS are particularly encouraged to apply - AWS API Gateway, Route53, Lambda, EC2, RDS, SQS, CloudWatch, Cognito, QuickSight

Demonstratable experience around writing testable code, working with git, doing peer-level code review, daily standups, and generally championing software excellence

The Risk team is responsible for overall risk framework and strategy for the organization. The team develops various risk models, arrives at various sector reports from a risk perspective and provides in depth analysis and recommendation around risk profiles of various clients.

In this role, the person is responsible for playing a leadership role in the Risk function to identify, assess, monitor and make timely and measured judgments on all current and potential future risks faced, in order to protect the organization’s interest, assets and reputation of the group along with growing shareholder value and profitability.

Responsibilities

• Manage risk for the retail and wholesale portfolio. Should have managed organization level Risk Policies, Credit Underwriting and Collection functions.
• Manage risk framework for the organization - including updating, establishing new risk management mechanisms, to identify, assess, monitor, measure and control a broad spectrum of risks. Ensure all policies and frameworks are kept updated and deployed to the optimum level.
• Develop continuous monitoring and improvement of the quality of the organization's credit and lending portfolio through credit policy direction and implementation.
• Possess a complete understanding the business. Evaluate, improve, and monitor the business, including assisting in reporting to the Board and Board Committees and providing leadership in the effectiveness of credit risk management controls, systems, and processes across the organization.
• Lead and mentor a team of analysts.

• Possess 7+ years of relevant experience in financial services industry in a risk role.
• Exposure to both wholesale and retail risk in a banking environment will be preferred. Some experience in a business / sales role within the banking / NBFC space will be an added advantage.
• Should have held a position of authority in terms of allocation and appropriating limits.
• Sector understanding in financial institution space and good knowledge of interpreting financial trends.
• High proficiency in Python and SQL/NoSQL.
• Experience with big data and cloud computing e.g., PySpark, data lake is a plus.
• Outstanding written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to speak at various levels of an organization (CXOs to analysts).
• Have demonstrated resilience – stayed with companies and taking businesses to scale, have preferably not ‘hopped jobs. Strong organizational skills and excellent follow-through.
• Present / articulate / position an idea compellingly and ability to work in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Takes personal ownership; Self-starter; Ability to drive projects with minimal guidance and focus on high impact work.
• Learns continuously; Seeks out knowledge, ideas and feedback.

What you need to have:

• Owns team's output and E2E definition and execution of SDLC. Drives sprint planning, estimates & prioritizes tasks, Keeps key stakeholders updated on progress, milestones, and any potential slippages.
• Identifies pitfalls across codebases proactively. Writes model code that is looked up to. Understands internals of programming languages & runtimes. Creates common reusable components/libraries- Uses advanced data structures.
• Designs API contracts between large systems with end-to-end service design and active leadership towards long-term sustainability including versioning, complex migration plans, impact analysis across products.
• Owns NFRs and pushes the envelope on performance, scalability, and high availability with cognizance towards the cost of infra. Drives tech stack selection independently, mentors junior engineers. Evangelises of generic platform building across the organization.
• Troubleshoots unseen issues across codebases. Solves large end-to-end cross-cutting problems with elegant solutions with an eye on long-term sustainability.
• Partners with and influences product managers on “how”. Leads the pack on hiring and evangelizes steeper hiring standards towards building an A+ team. Represents company on external platforms/conferences.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or similar discipline
• 7+ years relevant work experience in software engineering while leading teams.
• Proficiency in more than one modern programming language such as Python (preferred) associated tech stack to write maintainable, scalable, unit-tested code
• Experience in building complex software systems that have been successfully delivered
• Should be strong with System Design and Database designing
• Deep understanding of design patterns, optimizations, deployments with Strong object-oriented design skills
• Experience mentoring other software engineers.
• Experience with full life cycle development in any programming language