Software Engineer (Backend)

Kognitos is a cutting-edge automation platform that combines the power of Generative AI and Natural

Language Processing (NLP) to provide a conversational and intuitive experience for business users. As a

fully serverless, SaaS automation platform, Kognitos enables users to build, manage, and execute

automations in natural language, with the ability to process and understand domain-specific language.

Kognitos provides a detailed auditable view of its runs, allowing users to gain insights into why an action

happened or what might have gone wrong in case of an exceptional situation. Additionally, Kognitos's

conversational exception handling, powered by Generative AI, allows for quick and easy resolution of

unexpected system errors or business exceptions.

Responsibilities:

- Develop and maintain the backend infrastructure for our applications using Python and AWS Serverless

technologies.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement scalable and robust systems, including

microservices and cloud-based architectures.

- Ensure the reliability, scalability, and performance of the backend systems through monitoring and

optimization.

- Create and maintain database schema and queries to support the application features.

- Write unit and integration tests for the backend code and ensure code quality through code reviews.

- Continuously improve the software development process by incorporating best practices and modern

software development methodologies, such as Agile, DevOps, and CI/CD.

- Investigate and troubleshoot production issues and provide timely solutions to minimize downtime and

ensure smooth operations.

- Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to the development of technical solutions and best

practices.

- Stay up to date with the latest technologies and trends in software development and recommend

improvements to the technology stack to increase efficiency and scalability.

- Work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with a focus on delivering high-quality software that

meets customer needs.

Required Experience/Skills:

- B.S. or higher degree in Computer Science/Engineering or similar field or equivalent work experience

- 4-20 years of industry experience (or equivalent)

- Proficient in Python programming language

- Experience with modern software development practices and methodologies, including Agile, DevOps,

and Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD).

- Experience with large-scale distributed systems, microservices, and cloud-based architectures.

- Strong understanding of software design patterns, algorithms, data structures, and database technologies.

- A natural problem solver, with the ability to identify problems and lead the development of a solution.

What you'll do?

●    Develop on server-side cloud software using a serverless approach (AWS).

●    Work hands-on on bringing to life IoT and Edge architectures and applications

●    Work with teams on delivering key features and performance targets.

Who You Are?

●    Passionate individual who loves to develop scalable backend

●    Strong programming capabilities

●    Understanding of cloud architecture and protocols.

●    Clear thought process, believe in simplifying rather than complicating

●    Argue and fight over opinions. Believe in always choosing the best

You Should Have

●    Experience on NoSQL Databases and designing REST API.

●    Strong fundamentals of Data structure and algorithm.

●    Done related projects during graduation/post-graduation.

●    Experience on AWS, AWS Lambda, AWS IoT Core, AWS Cloud Watch is a big plus.

Proficiency in Python 

JOB DESCRIPTION 

DYT - Do Your Thng, is an app, where all social media users can share brands they love with their followers and earn money while doing so! We believe everyone is an influencer. Our aim is to democratise social media and allow people to be rewarded for the content they post. How does DYT help you? It accelerates your career through collaboration opportunities with top brands and gives you access to a community full of experts in the influencer space. 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Expert in Python with knowledge of Python best practices (PEP8) 
• Strong knowledge of python web frameworks such as Django, Flask • Strong knowledge of building RESTful APIs using Django Rest Framework • Good Understanding of Django ORM Libraries 
• Able to integrate multiple data sources and databases into one system • Strong experience on Linux 
• Solid database skills in a relational database (i.e. PostgresSQL,MYSql) • Able to create database schemas that represent and support business processes • Strong unit test and debugging skills 
• Proficient understanding of code versioning tools (git) 
• Experience deploying on AWS is desirable 
• Experience with Docker,Test Drive Development will be a plus 
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, influence and communication skills • Experience in designing scalable micro-services is desirable 

QUALIFICATIONS 

• 0-1 years of experience as a backend developer 
• At least one product build and published 
• SKILLS Contribute in all phases of the development lifecycle 
• Write well designed, testable, efficient code 
• Work well under pressure and meet deadlines without sacrificing quality • Work with distributed development teams 

• 5 years experience with the Django framework
• Experience with building APIs (REST or GraphQL) 
• Strong Troubleshooting and debugging skills
• React.js knowledge would be an added bonus 
• Understanding on how to use a database like Postgres (prefered choice), SQLite, MongoDB, MySQL.
• Sound knowledge of object-oriented design and analysis.
• A strong passion for writing simple, clean and efficient code.
• Proficient understanding of code versioning tools Git.

Experience:

• Min 5 year experience
• Startup experience is a must. 

Location:

• Remote developer

Timings:

• 40 hours a week but with 4 hours a day overlapping with client timezone.  Typically clients are in California PST Timezone.

Position:

• Full time/Direct
• We have great benefits such as PF, medical insurance, 12 annual company holidays, 12 PTO leaves per year, annual increments, Diwali bonus, spot bonuses and other incentives etc.
• We dont believe in locking in people with large notice periods.  You will stay here because you love the company.  We have only a 15 days notice period.

• Manage and improve the engineering process continuously and make sure the team delivers the quality code with zero-waste.
• Should provide technical leadership to major projects, but also build and manage a team of 5-8 top-notch engineers.
• Should do sprint planning and run daily stand-ups and deliver 100% hit rate.
• Maintain the legacy code base and reduce tech debt on a continuous basis.
• Able to handle multiple projects and deliver with stringent timelines without compromising the code quality.
• Work with the product team for roadmap planning and delivery as per the plan.
• Conduct sprint planning & sizing, engineering grooming, daily stand-ups, and deliver with zero spillovers.
• Prepare & publish sprint reports to the leadership team and provide visibility to stakeholders.
• Hire and mentor junior/ senior team and make them engineering champions.
• Mentor the engineering team with your technical skills to write scalable, generic, reusable code.
• Develop and Coach engineers on the team, share engineering pointers, conduct regular 1-1s with the team, and help them advance in their careers.

Requirements

• Having work experience in a Product organization with 7 -10 yrs also in leading a cross-functional engineering team that includes API Development and Backend & Middleware development.
• Should have experience in the continuous delivery process. Ship new features and improvising the code base continuously.
• Should have involved in setting up engineering process.
• Must have experience in microservices and distributed patterns.
• Must have worked on high traffic and throughput application.
• Must have prior experience in handling mid to large-size projects.
• Must have worked on high traffic and throughput application.
• Should have managed and lead the engineering team of Web App and Backend development teams.
• Must-Have Experience in Python programming & Postgressql/ Nosql (MongoDB as a data store.
• Must have experience in modern back-end tech stacks (Django, Postgress, NoSQL) and cloud design & deployment patterns.
• Must be conversant with AWS, Docker/Kubernetes
• Should be good with design patterns and integration patterns.
• Should have knowledge/ experience in concurrent programming & distributed locks.
• Requires solid understanding of technologies and architecture in a highly scalable and available set-up.
• Should have handled multiple epics, themes, and experience of delivering high-quality projects on time.
• Should have managed end to end development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations

As per 5 yrs below is the tech stack that he should know around django:

·         Django forms

·         Django Rest APIs

·         Schedulers/Cron Jobs

·         Customising middlewares

·         Customising permission classes

·         Management commands

·         Fixtures

·         Multiple Environment handling

·         Multiple database integration

·         SQL and NoSQL database integration experience

·         Use of loggers or any logging mechanism

·         Signals

·         Push notifications over IOS/Android devices

·         Email notifications

·         Websockets

·         Unit testing

·         Caching

·         Payment gateway integration

AWS & Deployment Skills:

·         Deployment of Django over EC2 using Nginx or Apache2

·         Configuring the Django to run the services like websockets, celery

·         Using and configuring the RDS

·         Should know how to use S3 buckets

aws-lambda