Python Distributed System Engineer

We are looking for a skilled Python Developer to design, develop, and maintain robust backend systems. You will be responsible for building scalable web applications using the Flask micro-framework and managing high-performance NoSQL data storage with MongoDB. Your role involves creating RESTful APIs, optimizing database queries, and ensuring seamless integration between the backend logic and frontend components.

Key Responsibilities

• API Development: Design and implement scalable, secure RESTful APIs using Flask.
• Database Management: Architect and maintain MongoDB schemas; develop complex aggregation pipelines and optimize query performance.
• Backend Logic: Write clean, efficient, and testable Python code to handle server-side logic and data processing.
• Integration: Integrate third-party services and internal data sources using libraries like Requests or Flask-PyMongo.
• Performance Optimization: Identify and resolve bottlenecks in the application and database layers to ensure low latency.
• Testing & Security: Implement unit tests (using pytest or unittest) and follow security best practices (OAuth2, JWT, data encryption).
• Collaboration: Work closely with frontend developers to integrate user-facing elements and with DevOps to support deployment.

Required Technical Skills

CategoryRequirementsLanguageExpert-level Python (OOP, decorators, generators, and async programming).Frameworks Strong experience with Flask (routing, blueprints, middleware).DatabaseProficiency in MongoDB (BSON, indexing, sharding, and aggregation framework).ODMs/DriversExperience with PyMongo or MongoEngine.ArchitectureSolid understanding of RESTful API design and Microservices.Tools/DevOpsVersion control with Git; familiarity with Docker and CI/CD pipelines

Key Responsibilities

● Lead the architecture, design, development, and delivery of scalable backend services

using Python.

● Own technical direction and architectural decisions for backend systems and services.

● Design and build robust RESTful APIs, microservices, and distributed systems

capable of handling high-scale workloads.

● Design and implement real-time communication systems, including WebSocket-based

services, where required.

● Drive system performance, scalability, reliability, availability, and security.

● Lead performance optimization, capacity planning, monitoring, debugging, and

production issue resolution.

● Establish and promote best practices around code quality, testing, observability, CI/CD,

and production readiness.

● Collaborate closely with frontend, product, DevOps, infrastructure, and other

cross-functional teams to deliver end-to-end solutions.

● Mentor and provide technical guidance to engineers, contributing to overall team growth

and engineering excellence.

● Review code and architecture designs, identify technical risks, and drive improvements

across backend systems.

● Take ownership of complex technical problems and deliver reliable, maintainable,

production-grade solutions.

Required Skills & Qualifications

● 5+ years of software engineering experience, with significant experience in backend

development.

● Strong expertise in Python and experience building production-grade backend

applications.

● Proven experience designing and developing REST APIs and microservices

architectures.

● Strong understanding of distributed systems, scalability, fault tolerance, and

high-availability architectures.

● Hands-on experience with WebSockets and real-time backend integrations.

● Strong experience with SQL/NoSQL databases, caching systems, and data-intensive

applications.

● Experience with performance optimization, monitoring, logging, debugging, and

production operations.

● Strong understanding of software engineering principles, design patterns, and clean

architecture.

● Proven ability to lead technical initiatives and make sound architectural decisions.

● Strong communication, collaboration, and technical leadership skills.

● Experience mentoring engineers and conducting effective code and design reviews.

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Python Developer for the position of Delivery Module Lead. The ideal candidate should have strong hands-on experience in Python programming, front-end technologies, and back-end development. The candidate will be responsible for developing scalable web applications, integrating APIs, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable web applications using Python and front-end technologies.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and developers to understand business requirements and implement solutions.
• Develop responsive user interfaces and optimize application performance across different browsers and devices.
• Write clean, reusable, and maintainable code following development best practices.
• Conduct code reviews and ensure code quality and standards.
• Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve application issues.
• Develop and integrate RESTful APIs and web services.
• Participate in Agile development activities, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Continuously improve development processes and stay updated with emerging technologies.

Mandatory Skills

• Strong proficiency in Python programming.
• Hands-on experience with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Experience with front-end frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Experience with back-end frameworks such as Django or Flask.
• Good understanding of RESTful APIs and web services.
• Experience with Git and version control systems.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, or MongoDB.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Familiarity with Docker and containerization technologies.
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Experience with Agile methodologies and project management tools.

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Python Developer with experience in building scalable applications using Python frameworks such as Flask and Django. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience with PySpark for big data processing and strong SQL skills for data analysis and database management.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain Python-based applications.
• Develop RESTful APIs using Flask and/or Django.
• Build scalable data processing pipelines using PySpark.
• Write efficient SQL queries, stored procedures, and optimize database performance.
• Integrate applications with databases and third-party services.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and implement business requirements.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and enhance application performance.
• Follow coding standards, perform code reviews, and maintain technical documentation.

Required Skills

• Strong proficiency in Python.
• Hands-on experience with Flask and/or Django.
• Experience with PySpark for large-scale data processing.
• Strong knowledge of SQL (writing complex queries, joins, indexing, optimization).
• Understanding of REST APIs and microservices architecture.
• Experience with Git/version control.
• Knowledge of relational databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server, or Oracle.
• Good problem-solving and analytical skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience with Airflow or other workflow orchestration tools.
• Understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies.

● 4–7 years of backend development experience with Python or Golang.

● Strong expertise in designing, developing, and scaling microservices and distributed

systems.

● Solid understanding of concurrency, multi-threading, and performance optimization.

● Proficiency with databases (SQL/NoSQL), caching systems (Redis, Memcached),

and messaging systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ, etc.).

● Hands-on experience with Linux development, Docker, and Kubernetes.

● Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure) and related services.

● Strong debugging, profiling, and optimization skills for production-grade systems.

● Experience with AI-powered development tools is a strong plus; familiarity with

concepts like 'agentic coding' for workflow automation or 'context engineering' for

leveraging LLMs in system design is highly desirable.

● Ability to lead technical initiatives and mentor junior engineers.

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

Job Overview

Architect and build scalable, high-performance backend systems while working on mission-critical platforms that process real-time market data and portfolio analytics. The role also involves leveraging Generative AI capabilities to enhance data intelligence, automation, and user-facing features, while ensuring regulatory compliance and secure financial transactions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs using NodeJS and Python
• Build event-driven architectures using RabbitMQ and Kafka for real-time data processing
• Develop and manage data pipelines integrating PostgreSQL and BigQuery for analytics and warehousing
• Integrate and deploy Generative AI models (LLMs, embeddings, AI APIs) into backend systems for automation, insights, and intelligent workflows
• Design AI-powered features such as recommendation systems, document processing, or conversational interfaces
• Ensure system reliability, security, and low-latency performance for mission-critical systems
• Lead technical design discussions, conduct code reviews, and mentor junior engineers
• Optimize database queries, implement caching strategies, and improve overall system performance
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver end-to-end product features
• Implement monitoring, logging, and observability solutions

Required Skills and Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional backend development experience
• Strong expertise in NodeJS and Python for production-grade applications
• Proven experience building RESTful APIs and microservices architectures
• Experience working with Generative AI frameworks/APIs (OpenAI, LangChain, vector databases, prompt engineering)
• Understanding of integrating LLMs into production systems (RAG, embeddings, fine-tuning basics)
• Strong proficiency in PostgreSQL, including query optimization and schema design
• Hands-on experience with RabbitMQ and Kafka
• Experience with BigQuery or similar data warehousing solutions
• Solid understanding of distributed systems, scalability patterns, and high-traffic applications
• Strong knowledge of authentication, authorization, and security best practices
• Experience with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and modern development workflows
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills
• Exposure to fintech or financial services, cloud platforms (GCP/AWS/Azure), Docker/Kubernetes, caching tools (Redis/Memcached), and regulatory requirements (KYC, compliance, data privacy) is a plus

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