Python Tech Lead

Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Web App Developer - Backend to join our dynamic team in Bengaluru. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in backend development, microservices architecture, and cloud technologies, with a proven ability to deliver robust, scalable solutions. This role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining complex distributed systems, primarily in the Mortgage Finance domain.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Cloud-Based Web Applications Development:

• Lead backend development efforts for cloud-based web applications.
• Work on diverse projects within the Mortgage Finance domain.

1. Microservices Design & Development:

• Design and implement microservices-based architectures.
• Ensure scalability, availability, and reliability of distributed systems.

1. Programming & API Development:

• Write efficient, reusable, and maintainable code in Python, Node.js, and Java.
• Develop and optimize RESTful APIs.

1. Infrastructure Management:

• Leverage AWS platform infrastructure to build secure and scalable solutions.
• Utilize tools like Docker for containerization and deployment.

1. Database Management:

• Work with RDBMS (MySQL) and NoSQL databases to design efficient schemas and optimize queries.

1. Team Collaboration:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and delivery of projects.
• Mentor junior developers and contribute to the overall skill development of the team.

Core Requirements:

• Experience: Minimum 10+ years in backend development, with at least 3+ years of experience in designing and delivering large-scale products on microservices architecture.
• Technical Skills:
• Programming Languages: Python, Node.js, Java.
• Frameworks & Tools: AWS (Lambda, RDS, etc.), Docker.
• Database Expertise: Proficiency in RDBMS (MySQL) and NoSQL databases.
• API Development: Hands-on experience in developing REST APIs.
• System Design: Strong understanding of distributed systems, scalability, and availability.

Additional Skills (Preferred):

• Experience with modern frontend frameworks like React.js or AngularJS.
• Strong design and architecture capabilities.

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies in a collaborative environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Flexible hybrid working model.
• Chance to contribute to impactful projects in the Mortgage Finance domain.

1. Development of new web applications.
2. Maintenance of existing web applications.
3. Writing server-side web application logic in Ruby.
4. Create back-end components.
5. Connect the application with the other web services.
6. Extending and maintaining JSON and Liquid-based APIs.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience with Python
• Strong expertise in Python frameworks (Django, Flask, or FastAPI)
• Experience with GCP, Terraform, and Kubernetes
• Deep understanding of REST API development and GraphQL
• Strong knowledge of SQL and NoSQL databases
• Experience with microservices architecture
• Proficiency with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, CircleCI, GitLab)
• Experience with container orchestration using Kubernetes
• Understanding of cloud architecture and serverless computing
• Experience with monitoring and logging solutions
• Strong background in writing unit and integration tests
• Familiarity with AI/ML concepts and integration points

Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable backend services for our AI platform
• Architect and implement complex systems with high reliability
• Build and maintain APIs for internal and external consumption
• Work closely with AI engineers to integrate ML functionality
• Optimize application performance and resource utilization
• Make architectural decisions that balance immediate needs with long-term scalability
• Mentor junior engineers and promote best practices
• Contribute to the evolution of our technical standards and processes

Must have,

- Fundamental of Python(Data types in python, scope of variable, asynchronous programming)
- Should be able to code in Python

- Basic Understanding of Database

- API designing

- Problem Solving skills

- Fundamentals of storage, caching

Good to have,

- AWS Knowledge,

- Python Framework(Django, Flask)

- Knowledge on Message Broker, Caching

- SQL and no-SQL database

## Please apply if you have experience working on Trading Applications, all others would be automatically rejected ###

Our Core team develops connectivity software for low latency communication with derivatives exchanges all over the world, as well as real-time position and risk limit monitoring. The team's expertise is also relied upon by other C++ development groups to produce high-quality libraries and frameworks for their application development. We have a high degree of freedom and responsibility to produce technologically advanced solutions to demanding real-world problems.

From joining you will have ownership on a diverse set of projects that have a direct impact on trading performance. You will work closely with highly skilled colleagues who share your enthusiasm and deep knowledge of C++, Linux and network protocols, and share your hunger to learn more.

What We Are Looking For

• An experienced Modern C++ developer (C++17/20), with minimum 5 years experience and proficiency with C++ templates.
• A developer, who designs code to push every performance boundary.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to solve new and unfamiliar problems quickly and creatively.

• Knowledge of multiple exchanges.
• Ultra low latency design.
• Template metaprogramming.
• Network programming experience.
• Python.

• A great engineering environment whereby technology is key to our success and a C++20 code base.
• Great friendly, informal and highly rewarding culture.
• Fast growing global firm with plenty of opportunities where you will have significant impact.

You are a motivated and energetic rockstar full stack developer. Go-getter, think out of box to create awesome front-end (jQuery or ReactJS) and back-end (APIs) of an application platform.

Skills:

- Develop web apps using jQuery or ReactJS, HTML5, CSS3, Bootstrap, PHP Advanced, any MVC framework and Ajax.

- Hands on knowledge of Adobe Photoshop

- Experience of setting up a production workflow with git and cloud deployment will be plus.

- Knowledge of web technologies such as NodeJS, ReactJS, VueJS etc will be plus


// must have a strong understanding of UI, cross-browser compatibility, general web functions and standards.

// willingness to learn and improvise skills

// "NEVER SAY NO" attitude towards new and challenging projects

// good verbal and communication skills

// excel in a fast-paced startup-like environment. Should be goal-orientated and be able to work without any supervision or mentorship.