Python Backend Developer at Appiness interactive · Mumbai, Gurugram · 3.5 - 6 years · ₹4L - ₹10L / yr · Posted 16 Mar 2026

Job Description – Backend Python Developer(Mid-Level)
📍 Location: Mumbai/Gurgaon | Full-time
Backend Python Developer
Role Overview
We are seeking a skilled Backend Python Developer to design, develop, and maintain backend services, APIs, and integrations that power our AI-driven automation solutions.
You will collaborate closely with senior engineers, AI/ML teams, and frontend developers to build scalable, high-performance systems. This role is ideal for professionals with solid backend experience who are eager to deepen their expertise in Python, cloud technologies, and AI-based applications.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain backend APIs, services, and system integrations using Python
- Collaborate on system design and architecture discussions with senior engineers
- Write clean, scalable, and well-documented code following best practices
- Ensure performance, scalability, and reliability in cloud environments
- Design and manage SQL/NoSQL databases for structured and unstructured data
- Support integration of AI/ML models into production workflows
- Participate in code reviews, unit testing, and debugging
- Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and DevOps processes
Required Skills & Qualifications
- 3–5 years of experience in backend development
- Strong proficiency in Python
- Hands-on experience with frameworks such as FastAPI, Flask, or Django
- Experience building and consuming REST APIs (GraphQL is a plus)
- Strong database knowledge: PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, or Redis
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
- Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes
- Strong understanding of OOP, data structures, algorithms, and design patterns
Preferred Skills
- Exposure to AI/ML workflows or a strong interest in learning
- Experience with message brokers such as Kafka, RabbitMQ, or Celery
- Knowledge of asynchronous programming (asyncio, Celery, etc.)
- Experience with unit testing frameworks (PyTest, unittest)
- Understanding of API security and authentication (OAuth2, JWT)
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation with growth opportunities
- Opportunity to work on AI-first automation products used globally
- Mentorship from experienced senior engineers
- Flexible work environment
- Continuous learning support in Python, Cloud, and AI/Automation technologies

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About the role
You'll work alongside a Senior Backend, Data & ML Developer and our existing backend team to build backend systems, process data, and integrate ML and data science models into our platform.
What you'll do
- Build and maintain backend services and APIs.
- Develop data processing workflows and pipelines.
- Implement, integrate and maintain ML models and data science algorithms in production.
- Optimise database queries, data models and system performance.
- Work with the frontend and mobile teams on API integrations.
- Write tests and documentation, and take part in code reviews.
What we're looking for
- 3–5 years of backend development experience.
- Strong skills in Django and working knowledge of SQL databases.
- Practical experience with ML models and data science algorithms, from training or integration through to deployment.
- Experience handling and transforming data at scale.
- Experience with cloud platforms, Git and CI/CD.
- Clear communication with backend, web and mobile teammates.
- Experience working with AI tools for development such as Claude and Cursor
Note: Full-stack experience isn't required. Strong backend and data skills plus good cross-team communication matter most.
Nice to have
- Python data and ML tools (for example pandas, scikit-learn or PyTorch).
- Experience with model serving or MLOps tools.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable applications using Python.
- Build and integrate AI-powered solutions into existing applications.
- Develop REST APIs and backend services.
- Work with AI/ML models, LLMs, and Generative AI technologies where applicable.
- Integrate AI services and APIs into business applications.
- Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions.
- Troubleshoot issues and optimize application performance.
Must-Have Skills
- Strong hands-on experience in Python development.
- Good understanding of Python frameworks such as FastAPI, Flask, or Django.
- Experience in REST API development and backend services.
- Knowledge or experience in AI/ML concepts.
- Understanding of application development, debugging, and problem-solving.
- Good understanding of databases and data handling.
Good-to-Have Skills
- Hands-on experience with Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs).
- Experience with AI APIs and frameworks such as LangChain or LlamaIndex.
- Knowledge of Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), embeddings, and vector databases.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
- Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or CI/CD pipelines.
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 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 role
You'll join our Backend, Data & ML team and support API development, database work, integrations and data tasks under the guidance of senior teammates.
What you'll do
- Build and maintain backend APIs and services.
- Write database queries, migrations and data scripts.
- Support third-party and internal integrations.
- Help with data processing and cleaning tasks.
- Fix bugs, write tests and document your work.
What we're looking for
- 1-3 years of backend experience (internships and strong projects count).
- Working knowledge of Django and SQL.
- Understanding of REST APIs, databases and Git.
- Interest in data engineering and ML.
- Clear communication and willingness to learn.
- Experience working with AI tools for development such as Claude and Cursor
Note: You don't need to be full stack. A solid backend foundation and the ability to work with frontend and mobile teammates is what we're after.
Nice to have
- Python and basic data tools (for example pandas).
- Exposure to cloud platforms or Docker.
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Location: [Pune]
Role Overview
We are seeking skilled Python engineers to join our core product team. You will work on backend services, API development, and system integrations, contributing to a codebase of over 250,000 Python lines and collaborating with frontend, DevOps, and native code teams.
Key Responsibilities
· Design, develop, and maintain scalable Python backend services and APIs
· Optimize performance and reliability of large, distributed systems
· Collaborate with frontend (JS/HTML/CSS) and native (C/C++/C#) teams
· Write unit/integration tests and participate in code reviews
· Troubleshoot production issues and implement robust solutions
Required Skills
· 3–5 years of professional Python development experience
· Strong understanding of OOP, design patterns, and modular code structure
· Experience with MongoDB (PyMongo), Mako, RESTful APIs, and asynchronous programming
· Familiarity with code quality tools (flake8, pylint) and test frameworks (pytest, unittest)
· Experience with Git and collaborative development workflows
· Ability to read and refactor large, multi-module codebases
Nice to Have
· Experience with web frameworks (web.py, Flask, Django)
· Knowledge of C/C++ or C# for cross-platform integrations
· Familiarity with CI/CD, Docker, and cloud deployment
· Exposure to security, encryption, or enterprise SaaS products
What We Offer
· Opportunity to work on a mission-critical, enterprise-scale product
· Collaborative, growth-oriented engineering culture
· Flexible work arrangements (remote/hybrid)
· Competitive compensation and benefits
Job Summary
We are looking for a skilled Python Backend Developer with strong hands-on programming experience and a good understanding of SQL, databases, REST APIs, and backend development. The ideal candidate should have experience developing, maintaining, and optimizing backend applications, along with strong debugging and problem-solving skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, maintain, and enhance backend applications using Python.
- Write, optimize, and manage SQL queries, including joins, subqueries, and complex queries.
- Work with relational databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, or SQL Server.
- Develop and integrate RESTful APIs for backend services.
- Perform debugging, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.
- Write unit tests and ensure code quality and application reliability.
- Use Git for version control and collaborative development.
- Collaborate with frontend developers, QA teams, and other stakeholders.
- Support data processing and ETL-related activities.
Required Skills
- Strong hands-on experience in Python programming.
- Good knowledge of SQL, joins, subqueries, and query optimization.
- Experience working with PostgreSQL, MySQL, or SQL Server.
- Knowledge of REST APIs and backend development concepts.
- Understanding of debugging, testing, and troubleshooting.
- Hands-on experience with Git and version control.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with Python frameworks such as Django, Flask, or FastAPI.
- Knowledge of data processing and ETL pipelines.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS or Microsoft Azure.
- Understanding of application deployment and backend architecture.
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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.
Proficient
Python Backend Development
Python, REST APIs, Microservices, FastAPI, Flask, Django, API Design, Authentication, Error Handling
Design, implement, and maintain scalable backend systems using Python frameworks. Build robust REST APIs, ensure secure authentication, and handle errors gracefully. Demonstrate expertise in microservices architecture and API design.
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Proficient
React JS
React JS, Components, Hooks, State Management, API Integration, Responsive UI, Frontend Testing
Develop responsive and interactive user interfaces using React JS. Effectively use components, hooks, and state management. Integrate APIs and ensure frontend code is well-tested and maintainable.
30
Proficient
Gen AI / Agentic AI
LLMs, Agentic AI, LangChain, LangGraph, Google ADK, Semantic Kernel, Prompt Engineering, Tool Calling, RAG, Embeddings, Vector Search, Memory, Planning, Reasoning, Multi-Agent Systems, Guardrails, Azure OpenAI, Vertex AI, AWS Bedrock
Demonstrate hands-on experience with LLMs and agentic AI frameworks. Build, integrate, and optimize AI agents using modern tools and platforms. Show proficiency in prompt engineering, tool calling, RAG, embeddings, and multi-agent systems.
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Advanced
Cloud & Deployment
AWS, Azure, GCP, Cloud Deployment, Containers, CI/CD, Application Hosting, Monitoring
Deploy applications to cloud platforms, manage containers, set up CI/CD pipelines, and monitor application health. Demonstrate familiarity with at least one major cloud provider.
Responsibilities:
- Architect, develop, and maintain backend components for our Risk Decisioning Platform.
- Build and orchestrate scalable backend services that automate, optimize, and monitor high-value credit and risk decisions in real time.
- Integrate with ORM layers - such as SQLAlchemy - and multi-RDBMS solutions (Postgres, MySQL, Oracle, MSSQL, etc. ) to ensure data integrity, scalability, and compliance.
- Collaborate closely with Product Team, Data Scientists, QA Teams to create extensible APIs, workflow automation, and AI governance features.
- Architect workflows for privacy, auditability, versioned traceability, and role-based access control, ensuring adherence to regulatory frameworks.
- Take ownership from requirements to deployment, seeing your code deliver real impact in the lives of customers and end users.
Requirements:
- Proficiency in Python, SQLAlchemy (or similar ORM), and SQL databases.
- Experience developing and maintaining scalable backend services, including API, data orchestration, ML workflows, and workflow automation.
- Solid understanding of data modeling, distributed systems, and backend architecture for regulated environments.
- Curiosity and drive to work at the intersection of AI/ML, fintech, and regulatory technology.
- Experience mentoring and guiding junior developers.
Technical Skills:
- Languages: Python 3.9+, SQL, JavaScript/TypeScript, Angular.
- Frameworks: Flask, SQLAlchemy, Celery, Marshmallow, Apache Spark.
- Databases: PostgreSQL, Oracle, SQL Server, Redis.
- Tools: pytest, Docker, Git, Nx.
- Cloud: Experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP preferred.
- Monitoring: Familiarity with OpenTelemetry and logging frameworks.













