


We are seeking an experienced Senior Backend Engineer to join our passionate team. If you have a strong background in backend development, a track record of delivering scalable and reliable solutions, and are eager to contribute to complex projects, we would love to hear from you.
Responsibilities:
- Design and develop robust, high-performance backend solutions using Python and related technologies.
- Lead the architecture and design discussions for major backend components and services.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze software requirements.
- Mentor and guide junior and mid-level engineers, fostering their technical growth.
- Review code and provide constructive feedback to ensure code quality and adherence to best practices.
- Identify and address performance bottlenecks, scalability challenges, and technical issues.
- Participate in sprint planning, task estimation, and agile development processes.
- Keep up-to-date with industry trends, tools, and best practices to continuously improve our backend systems.
- Drive the adoption of coding standards, design patterns, and engineering best practices.
- Collaborate with frontend engineers to ensure seamless integration between frontend and backend components.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Minimum of 4 years of professional experience in backend development.
- Strong proficiency in Python and backend frameworks like Django and Flask.
- In-depth knowledge of database systems, both relational (MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB, etc. ).
- Proven track record of designing and developing scalable and maintainable backend services.
- Experience with RESTful API design and best practices.
- Solid understanding of software architecture, design principles, and software development lifecycle.
- Previous experience leading or mentoring engineers is a strong plus.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude towards challenges.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (e. g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker) is a plus.

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Title: Senior Software Engineer – Python (Remote: Africa, India, Portugal)
Experience: 9 to 12 Years
INR : 40 LPA - 50 LPA
Location Requirement: Candidates must be based in Africa, India, or Portugal. Applicants outside these regions will not be considered.
Must-Have Qualifications:
- 8+ years in software development with expertise in Python
- kubernetes is important
- Strong understanding of async frameworks (e.g., asyncio)
- Experience with FastAPI, Flask, or Django for microservices
- Proficiency with Docker and Kubernetes/AWS ECS
- Familiarity with AWS, Azure, or GCP and IaC tools (CDK, Terraform)
- Knowledge of SQL and NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, Cassandra, DynamoDB)
- Exposure to GenAI tools and LLM APIs (e.g., LangChain)
- CI/CD and DevOps best practices
- Strong communication and mentorship skills

Position: Software Development Engineer - 2
Location: Bangalore/Remote
Role Overview
We are looking for a Software Development Engineer - 2 with 4-6 years of experience who is passionate about writing clean, scalable code and enjoys solving complex backend challenges. As part of the engineering team, you’ll work on designing, developing, and maintaining backend services, primarily in Python, with exposure to other backend technologies like Node.js and Go. You'll contribute to our microservices architecture, APIs, and cloud-native solutions, ensuring security and performance at scale.
Responsibilities
- Write, test, and maintain scalable and efficient backend code in Python (FastAPI or similar frameworks).
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement APIs and microservices.
- Ensure code quality by writing and reviewing test cases, and conducting code reviews.
- Handle bug fixing and troubleshooting for backend systems as needed.
- Build and optimize backend systems to positively impact business outcomes.
- Design and implement cloud-native solutions with a focus on performance and security.
- Monitor system health and continuously improve performance and reliability.
- Contribute to process and code improvements, focusing on best practices.
Must-Have Technical Skills
- 4-6 years of experience working with Python (preferably FastAPI or other frameworks).
- Strong understanding of OOP principles and best coding practices.
- Experience in designing and releasing production APIs.
- Proficiency in RDBMS and NoSQL databases.
- Familiarity with microservices and event-driven architecture.
- Experience in cloud-native application development (SaaS).
- Knowledge of cloud services such as GCS, AWS, or Azure.
- Strong focus on security in design and coding practices.
Good-to-Have Skills
- Experience in building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines.
- Hands-on experience with NoSQL DBs.
- Exposure to working in a cloud environment and familiarity with infrastructure management.
- Aggressive problem diagnosis and creative problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills for collaborating with global teams.
About Us
Scrut Automation is an information security and compliance monitoring platform, aimed at helping small and medium cloud-native enterprises develop and maintain a robust security posture, and comply with various infosec standards such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, and the like with ease. With the help of the Scrut platform, customers reduce their manual effort for security and compliance tasks by 70%, and build real-time visibility of their security posture.
Founded by IIT/ISB/McKinsey alumni, the founding team has over 15 years of combined Infosec experience. Scrut is built out of India for the world, with customers across India, APAC, North America, Europe and the Middle East. Scrut is backed by Lightspeed Ventures, MassMutual Ventures and Endiya Partners, along with prominent angels from the global SaaS community.
Why should this job excite you?
- Flat-hierarchy, performance-driven culture
- Rapid growth and learning opportunities
- Comprehensive medical insurance coverage
- A high-performing action-oriented team
- Competitive package, benefits and employee-friendly work culture
Note: Due to a high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your understanding.



Job Title: Backend Developer
Job Description: We are seeking a skilled Backend Developer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the server-side logic, databases, and APIs of our applications. Key responsibilities include collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop scalable and efficient backend systems, troubleshooting and resolving issues, and staying updated on industry trends. Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or Node.js, along with experience in database management and API development, are essential for success in this role. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a passion for creating robust and high-performance backend solutions are highly valued.
Requirements:
Proficiency in one or more backend programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, Node.js)
Experience with database management systems (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB)
Knowledge of RESTful API design and development
Familiarity with cloud services (e.g., AWS, Azure) is a plus
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
Collaborative mindset with excellent communication skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment


Responsibilities:
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Design and implement backend infrastructure and APIs.
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Write high quality code that is robust, readable and scales.
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Possess the drive to dive deep. thrive and progress even in ambiguous situations.
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Encourage and support knowledge sharing within teams and external groups.
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Troubleshoot & debug applications.
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Adopt problem solving as a way of life - always go to the root cause.
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Collaborate with the team to discuss and implement ideas.
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Build responsive, robust and optimised applications.
Requirements:
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Passionate about building backend systems.
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Desire to explore new ideas, open to other ideas as well.
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Love for writing clean, beautiful, readable and testable code.
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Experience in designing extensible DRY code.
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Our stack is based on Django, Python3 Celery, Angular and Postgres.
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We expect you to have a good understanding of Python. It's even better if you are familiar with some of Git. Django, Celery, Redis and Unix Shell.

Responsibilities:
- Setup and integrate various APIs
- Dealing with scripts written in different languages (PHP, Node.js, Python, PhantomJS, Ruby)
- Must be an R & D specialist
- Keep up-to-date with advanced concepts
- Adaptable to learn new technologies
- Knowledge on Linux and its commands
- Fast in debugging the code
- Should be a quick learner
- Good at communication
Requirements
- Minimum 3 Years of experience in PHP7
- 1 Year experience in Node.js/Python
- Good work experience in PHP7
- Strong knowledge in OOPS.
- Proven knowledge on REST and SOAP API integrations
- Experience in composer installations
- Strong in Javascript and Node.js concepts.
- Good knowledge of MongoDB and MySql
- Knowledge of versioning tools (SVN/GIT)
- Having knowledge on Amazon AWS and Google Cloud Platform is an added advantage
- Having knowledge of elastic search is an added advantage
- Good to have knowledge on p threads


Location – Gurugram (currently work from home)
Job Description –
• Should have worked upon various Python Frameworks Django
• Should have good knowledge of MySql, MongoDB, Hadoop, Big Data, Docker.
• Should have a good understanding of API development in XML and JSON
• Should have worked upon at least one cloud provider such as Google Cloud or AWS
• Should have worked upon Google APIs integration
• Familiarity with SOA (micro-services/message buses/ etc.)
• Should always be ready with new innovative ideas
• Should have the ability to transform the requirements into scalable and smart code
• Responsible for Unit design and coding Responsible for implementing and following standards and guidelines with coding best practices in mind.
• Should be able to work with developers and architects, to ensure bug-free and timely delivery of allocated development tasks.
• Responsible for conducting proper unit testing.
• Should be able to take ownership of a product end-to-end
• Experience working with SAAS, and PAAS would be a plus
Requirements -
• Eligibility BE/ B Tech/ M Tech/ MCA
• Degree in Computer Science or related field
• Critical thinker and problem-solving skills
• Able to contribute individually
• Good time-management skills Great interpersonal
• Education background: BE/ BTech (Computer Sc or Electronics)/ MTech/ MCA with min 70% in their 10th/ 12th/ UG/ PG.


Positions : 2-3
CTC Offering : 40,000 to 55,000/month
Job Location: Remote for 6-12 months due to the pandemic, then Mumbai, Maharashtra
Required experience:
Minimum 1.5 to 2 years of experience in Web & Backend Development using Python and Django with experience in some form of Machine Learning ML Algorithms
Overview
We are looking for Python developers with a strong understanding of object orientation and experience in web and backend development. Experience with Analytical algorithms and mathematical calculations using libraries such as Numpy and Pandas are a must. Experience in some form of Machine Learning. We require candidates who have working experience using Django Framework and DRF
Key Skills required (Items in Bold are mandatory keywords) :
1. Proficiency in Python 3.x based web and backend development
2. Solid understanding of Python concepts
3. Strong experience in building web applications using Django
4. Experience building REST APIs using DRF or Flask
5. Experience with some form of Machine Learning (ML)
6. Experience in using libraries such as Numpy and Pandas
7. Some form of experience with NLP and Deep Learning using any of Pytorch, Tensorflow, Keras, Scikit-learn or similar
8. Hands on experience with RDBMS such as Postgres or MySQL
9. Comfort with Git repositories, branching and deployment using Git
10. Working experience with Docker
11. Basic working knowledge of ReactJs
12. Experience in deploying Django applications to AWS,Digital Ocean or Heroku
KRAs includes :
1. Understanding the scope of work
2. Understanding and adopting the current internal development workflow and processes
3. Understanding client requirements as communicated by the project manager
4. Arriving on timelines for projects, either independently or as a part of a team
5. Executing projects either independently or as a part of a team
6. Developing products and projects using Python
7. Writing code to collect and mathematically analyse large volumes of data.
8. Creating backend modules in Python by building or reutilizing existing modules in a manner so as to provide optimal deliveries on time
9. Writing Scalable, maintainable code
10. Building secured REST APIs
11. Setting up batch task processing environments using Celery
12. Unit testing prepared modules
13. Bug fixing issues as reported by the QA team
14. Optimization and performance tuning of code
Bonus but not mandatory
1. Nodejs
2. Redis
3. PHP
4. CI/CD
5. AWS

Ideal candidate must have :
- 2+ years of experience in writing code
- Ability to meet tight deadlines
- Can work independently and be a team contributor
- Must have good knowledge of Node, Python and Scripting languages
- Experience in one or more of RDBMS - PostgreSQL, MySQL or Oracle
- Experience with NoSQL and real-time DB - Firebase/Firestore or MongoDB
- Must be able to write concise and high-quality API
- Must be a quick learner, curious and ambitious

We, the Products team at DataWeave, build data products that provide timely insights that are readily consumable and actionable, at scale. Our underpinnings are: scale, impact, engagement, and visibility. We help
businesses take data driven decisions everyday. We also give them insights for long term strategy. We are focused on creating value for our customers and help them succeed.
How we work
It's hard to tell what we love more, problems or solutions! Every day, we choose to address some of the hardest data problems that there are. We are in the business of making sense of messy public data on the web. At
serious scale! Read more on Become a DataWeaver
What do we offer?
- Opportunity to work on some of the most compelling data products that we are building for online retailers and brands.
- Ability to see the impact of your work and the value you are adding to our customers almost immediately.
- Opportunity to work on a variety of challenging problems and technologies to figure out what really excites you.
- A culture of openness. Fun work environment. A flat hierarchy. Organization wide visibility. Flexible working hours.
- Learning opportunities with courses, trainings, and tech conferences. Mentorship from seniors in the team.
- Last but not the least, competitive salary packages and fast paced growth opportunities.
Roles and Responsibilities:
● Build a low latency serving layer that powers DataWeave's Dashboards, Reports, and Analytics
functionality
● Build robust RESTful APIs that serve data and insights to DataWeave and other products
● Design user interaction workflows on our products and integrating them with data APIs
● Help stabilize and scale our existing systems. Help design the next generation systems.
● Scale our back end data and analytics pipeline to handle increasingly large amounts of data.
● Work closely with the Head of Products and UX designers to understand the product vision and design
philosophy
● Lead/be a part of all major tech decisions. Bring in best practices. Mentor younger team members and
interns.
● Constantly think scale, think automation. Measure everything. Optimize proactively.
● Be a tech thought leader. Add passion and vibrancy to the team. Push the envelope.
Skills and Requirements:
● 5-7 years of experience building and scaling APIs and web applications.
● Experience building and managing large scale data/analytics systems.
● Have a strong grasp of CS fundamentals and excellent problem solving abilities. Have a good understanding of software design principles and architectural best practices.
● Be passionate about writing code and have experience coding in multiple languages, including at least one scripting language, preferably Python.
● Be able to argue convincingly why feature X of language Y rocks/sucks, or why a certain design decision is right/wrong, and so on.
● Be a self-starter—someone who thrives in fast paced environments with minimal ‘management’.
● Have experience working with multiple storage and indexing technologies such as MySQL, Redis, MongoDB, Cassandra, Elastic.
● Good knowledge (including internals) of messaging systems such as Kafka and RabbitMQ.
● Use the command line like a pro. Be proficient in Git and other essential software development tools.
● Working knowledge of large-scale computational models such as MapReduce and Spark is a bonus.
● Exposure to one or more centralized logging, monitoring, and instrumentation tools, such as Kibana, Graylog, StatsD, Datadog etc.
● Working knowledge of building websites and apps. Good understanding of integration complexities and dependencies.
● Working knowledge linux server administration as well as the AWS ecosystem is desirable.
● It's a huge bonus if you have some personal projects (including open source contributions) that you work on during your spare time. Show off some of your projects you have hosted on GitHub.



