
autonomous world.Rich data in large volumes is getting collected at the edge (outside a datacenter) in use cases like autonomous vehicles, smart manufacturing, satellite imagery, smart retail, smart agriculture etc.These datasets are characterized by being unstructured
(images/videos), large size (Petabytes per month), distributed (across edge, on-prem and
cloud) and form the input for training AI models to get to higher degrees of automation.
Akridata is engaged with building products that solve these unique challenges and be at the forefront of this edge data revolution.
The company is backed by prominent VCs and has it’s entire software engineering team
based out of India and provides ample opportunities for from-scratch design and
development.
Role:
This role is an individual contributor role with key responsibilities in developing web server
backends for Akridata management plane software that provides a ‘single pane of glass’ for users to manage assets, specify and monitor large volume data pipelines at scale involving 10s of petabytes of data.
This role involves:
1. Working with tech leads and the rest of the team on the feature design activities and
picking appropriate tools and techniques for implementation.
2. Be a hands-on developer able to independently make correct implement choices, follow
sound development practices to ensure an enterprise grade application.
3. Guide and mentor junior team members.
What we are looking for:
1. A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science with strong CS fundamentals and
problem solving.
2. 5+ years of hands-on experience with software development with 3+ years on web
backend development.
3. A good understanding of backend application interactions with relational databases like
MySQL, Postgres etc
4. Knowledge of web server development frameworks preferably on Python.
5. Enthusiastic to work in a dynamic, fast paced startup environment.
Good to have:
1. Hands-on experience with designing database schema and implementing and debugging SQL queries for optimal performance for large datasets
2. Experience working with applications deployed on Kubernetes clusters.
3. Experience with working on a product from early stages of it’s development typically in a
startup environment.

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The position requires an experienced and ambitious candidate who is passionate about technology and is self-driven. We have a challenging workplace where we welcome innovative ideas and offers growth opportunities and positive environment for accomplishing goals. Our purpose is to create abundance for everyone we touch.
Job Description:
- Experience on Open Source Platforms in designing/ developing Web-based applications.
- Require Strong knowledge in Python with application/package/module development, tuning, and debugging tools.
- Proficient understanding of Python Identifiers, Reserved Words, Basic Operators, Variable Types, and User defined exception handling with their usage.
- In-depth knowledge of Python Dictionary and default modules included in Python (String, DateTime, Numbers, and other required functions usage).
- Proficient understanding of Sequences and its differences (Tuples/Lists).
- File manipulation-using Python (Create, Edit, and Delete view file).
- Ability to organize code logically and with the understandable procedure that is well defined, documented, and testable.
Skills Required:
- Strong understanding of OOPS and Design Patterns (Code design skills in Python-based object-oriented programming and functional programming).
- Developing Web Applications with Python - Hands on experience using MVC frameworks like Django.
- Exposure to Code Versioning Systems such as Atlassian Bitbucket.
- In-depth Knowledge in JavaScript and jQuery.
- The candidate must display excellent written and verbal skills with demonstrated interpersonal and organizational abilities.
Job Overview:
We are looking for a skilled Senior Backend Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in Java and Spring, with proven experience in building scalable microservices and backend systems. This role also requires familiarity with automation tools, Python development, and working knowledge of AI technologies.
Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and maintain backend services and microservices.
- Build and integrate RESTful APIs across distributed systems.
- Ensure performance, scalability, and reliability of backend systems.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and participate in agile development.
- Deploy and maintain applications on AWS cloud infrastructure.
- Contribute to automation initiatives and AI/ML feature integration.
- Write clean, testable, and maintainable code following best practices.
- Participate in code reviews and technical discussions.
Required Skills:
- 4+ years of backend development experience.
- Strong proficiency in Java and Spring/Spring Boot frameworks.
- Solid understanding of microservices architecture.
- Experience with REST APIs, CI/CD, and debugging complex systems.
- Proficient in AWS services such as EC2, Lambda, S3.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication in English (written and verbal).
Good to Have:
- Experience with automation tools like Workato or similar.
- Hands-on experience with Python development.
- Familiarity with AI/ML features or API integrations.
- Comfortable working with US-based teams (flexible hours).
Job Description:
We are looking for a Python Developer to join our team and help us
develop and maintain various software products. A self-driven coder with a zeal to
learn and work on multiple projects. Ultimately responsible for building highly
responsive web applications that align with our business needs.
Required Skills:
1. Extensive experience developing enterprise applications using Python.
2. Extensive experience in designing applications using the framework Django Flask.
3. Must have good hands-on Django and Django Rest Framework for web
framework.
4. Familiarity with some ORM (Object Relational Mapper) libraries.
5. Able to integrate multiple data sources and databases into one system
6. Understanding of the threading limitations of Python, and multi-process
architecture.
7. Basic understanding of web mark-up, front-end technologies such as JavaScript,
HTML5, and CSS3 .
8. Extensive experience with MySQL or any relational database.
9. Familiarity with event-driven programming in Python.
10. Must be well versed with Docker.
11. Understanding of the differences between multiple delivery platforms, such as
mobile vs desktop, and optimizing output to match the specific platform.
12. Strong unit test and debugging skills.
13. Knowledge of AI, and chat GPT will be added.
14. Should have experience in LANG Chain.
15. Proficient understanding of code versioning tools.
16. Must have basic knowledge of Machine Learning or Bots & and work experience is a plus.
Roles and Responsibilities:
1. Should be responsible for the development of applications in Python (Framework).
2. Integration of user-facing elements developed by front-end developers with server-side logic.
3. Will be mainly responsible for developing with Django & Flask framework.
4. Will be responsible for writing reusable, testable, and efficient code.
5. Will be working in a team or individually as per the requirement.
6. Can also be involved in client handling, and requirement gathering as per the demand of the project.
7. Prime focus will be ensuring high performance and responsiveness to requests from the front-end
- Lead multiple client projects in the organization.
- Define & build technical architecture for projects.
- Introduce & ensure right coding standards within the team and ensure that it is maintained in all the projects.
- Ensure the quality delivery of projects.
- Ensure applications are confirmed to security guidelines wherever required.
- Assist pre-sales/sales team for converting raw requirements from potential clients to functional solutions.
- Train fellow team members to impose the best practices available.
- Work on improving and managing processes within the team.
- Implement innovative ideas throughout the team to improve the overall efficiency and quality of the team.
- Ensure proper communication & collaboration within the team
Requirements
7+ Years of experience in developing large scale applications.
Solid Domain Knowledge and experience with various Design Patterns & Data Modelling (Associations, OOPs Concepts etc.)
Should have exposure to multiple backend technologies, and databases - both relational and NOSQL databases
Should be aware of latest conventions for APIs
Preferred hands-on experience with GraphQL as well as REST API
Must be well-aware of the latest technological advancements for relevant platforms.
Advanced Concepts of Databases - Views, Stored Procedures, Database Optimization - are a good to have.
Should have Research Oriented Approach
Solid at Logical thinking and Problem solving
Solid understanding of Coding Standards, Code Review processes and delivery of quality products
Experience with various Tools used in Development, Tests & Deployments.
Sound knowledge of DevOps and CI/CD Pipeline Tools
Solid experience with Git Workflow on Enterprise projects and larger teams
Should be good at documentation at project level and code level ; Should have good experience with Agile Methodology and process
Should have a good understanding of server side deployment, scalability, maintainability and handling server security problems.
Should have good understanding on Software UX
Proficient with communication and good at making software architectural judgments
Expected outcomes
- Growing the team and retaining talent, thus, creating an inspiring environment for the team members.
- Creating more leadership within the team along with mentoring and guiding new joiners and experienced developers.
- Creating growth plans for the team and preparing training guides for other team members.
- Refining processes in the team on a regular basis to ensure quality delivery of projects- such as coding standards, project collaboration, code review processes etc.
- Improving overall efficiency and team productivity by introducing new methodologies and ideas in the team.
- Working on R&D and employing innovative technologies in the company.
- Streamlining processes which will result in saving time and cost optimization
- Ensuring code review healthiness and shipping superior quality code
Benefits
- Unlimited learning and growth opportunities
- A collaborative and cheerful work environment
- Exceptional reward and recognition policy
- Outstanding compensation
- Flexible work hours
- Opportunity to make an impact as your work will directly contribute to our business strategy.
At Nickelfox, you have a chance to craft a career path as unique as you are and become the best version of YOU. You will be part of a team with a ‘no limits’ mindset in an inclusive, people-focused culture. And we’re counting on your unique perspective to help Nickelfox grow even faster.
Are you passionate about tech? Dedicated to learning? Come, join us to build an extraordinary experience for yourself and a dignified working world for all.
What makes Nickelfox a great place for you?
In Nickelfox, you’ll join a team whose passion for technology and understanding of business has driven the company to serve clients across 25+ countries in just five years. We partner with our customers to fuel their growth story and enable them to make the right decisions with our customized technology services and insights. All in all, we are passionate to see our customers win the day. This is the reason why 80% of our business comes from repeat clients.
Our mission is to provide dignified employment and an environment that recognizes the uniqueness of every individual and values their expertise, and contribution. We have a culture that encourages everyone to bring their authentic selves to work. Our people enjoy a collaborative work environment with exceptional training and career development. If you like working with a curious, youthful, high-performing team, Nickelfox is the place for you.
- No day is the same - you will create technical designs that support varying client requirements
- You'll design and develop full-stack web applications using the latest web technologies, primarily Python and Django
- Write code/unit tests and be part of the test-driven development environment
- Leverage your skills in industry-standard tools to deliver weekly code releases
- You'll work in a no silos environment, frequently collaborating with global teams and roles across the organization
Who you are:
- 7+ years of experience developing great web applications
- You can build products from scratch
- You have expertise in the Django backend framework
- You are fluent in the Python language
- You have dabbled in any one of these front-end frameworks - Angular, React, Vue
- You understand when to use NoSQL vs. relational database
- you understand reporting/dashboards framework
- You are comfortable working up and down the stack
- You are able to convert ideas into designs and build them out
- Benefit if you have worked with payment gateways such as visa, Mastercard, etc.
We are looking for a full-time remote Senior Backend Developer who has worked with big data and stream processing, to solve big technical challenges at scale that will reshape the healthcare industry for generations. You will get the opportunity to be involved in the big data engineering, novel machine learning pipelines and highly scalable backend development. The successful candidates will be working in a team of highly skilled and experienced developers, data scientists and CTO.
Job Requirements
1) Writing well tested, readable code using Python that is capable of processing large volumes of data
2) Experience with cloud platforms such as GCP, Azure or AWS are essential
3) The ability to work to project deadlines efficiently and with minimum guidance
4) A positive attitude and love working within a global distributed team
Skills
1) Highly proficient working with Python
2)Comfort working with large data sets and high velocity data streams
3) Experienced with microservices and backend services
4) Good relational and NoSQL database working knowledge
5) An interest in healthcare and medical sectors
6) Technical degree with minimum of 2 plus years- backend data heavy development or data engineering experience in Python
7) Desirable ETL/ELT
8) Desirable Apache Spark and big data pipelines, and stream data processing (e.g. Kafka, Flink, Kinesis, Event Hub)











