Software Engineer - Python/Django

Company: PluginLive

About the company:

PluginLive Technology Pvt Ltd is a leading provider of innovative HR solutions. Our mission is to transform the hiring process through technology and make it easier for organizations to find, attract, and hire top talent. We are looking for a passionate and experienced Data Engineering Lead to guide the data strategy and engineering efforts for our Campus Hiring Digital Recruitment SaaS Platform.

Role Overview:

The Data Engineering Lead will be responsible for leading the data engineering team and driving the development of data infrastructure, pipelines, and analytics capabilities for our Campus Hiring Digital Recruitment SaaS Platform. This role requires a deep understanding of data engineering, big data technologies, and team leadership. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, excellent leadership skills, and a proven track record of building robust data systems.

Job Description

Position: Data Engineering Lead - Campus Hiring Digital Recruitment SaaS Platform

Location: Chennai

Minimum Qualification:  Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, Data Science, or a related field. Master’s degree or equivalent is a plus.

Experience:  7+ years of experience in data engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.

CTC:  20-30 LPA 

Employment Type:  Full Time

Key Responsibilities:

Data Strategy and Vision:

• Develop and communicate a clear data strategy and vision for the Campus Hiring Digital Recruitment SaaS Platform.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and data needs.
• Define and prioritize the data roadmap, aligning it with business goals and customer requirements.

Data Infrastructure Development:

• Design, build, and maintain scalable data infrastructure and pipelines to support data collection, storage, processing, and analysis.
• Ensure the reliability, scalability, and performance of the data infrastructure.
• Implement best practices in data management, including data governance, data quality, and data security.

Data Pipeline Management:

• Oversee the development and maintenance of ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes.
• Ensure data is accurately and efficiently processed and available for analytics and reporting.
• Monitor and optimize data pipelines for performance and cost efficiency.

Data Analytics and Reporting:

• Collaborate with data analysts and data scientists to build and deploy advanced analytics and machine learning models.
• Develop and maintain data models, dashboards, and reports to provide insights and support decision-making.
• Ensure data is easily accessible and usable by stakeholders across the organization.

Team Leadership:

• Lead, mentor, and guide a team of data engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and innovation.
• Conduct code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and ensure adherence to development standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product, engineering, and marketing to ensure alignment and delivery of data goals.

Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Work closely with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
• Communicate effectively with non-technical stakeholders to explain data concepts and progress.
• Participate in strategic planning and decision-making processes.

Skills Required:

• Proven experience in designing and building scalable data infrastructures and pipelines.
• Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, Data visualization tools like Power BI, Tableau, Qlik, Google Analytics
• Expertise in big data technologies such as Apache Airflow, Hadoop, Spark, Kafka, and cloud data platforms like AWS, Oracle Cloud.
• Solid understanding of database technologies, both SQL and NoSQL.
• Experience with data modeling, data warehousing, and ETL processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

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• Experience in HR technology or recruitment platforms.
• Familiarity with machine learning and AI technologies.
• Knowledge of data governance and data security best practices.
• Contributions to open-source projects or active participation in the tech community.

About Us:

We are a cutting-edge startup reshaping the construction management landscape with AI-driven solutions that simplify complex processes and maximize efficiency. Our platform leverages the latest web and mobile technologies to solve real-world challenges in the construction industry, blending innovation with usability. If you're passionate about building scalable systems and love solving problems, we want you on board!

Who You Are:

You are a tech enthusiast with a passion for clean, scalable backend systems built in Python. You have a knack for solving challenging problems and enjoy working in a fast-paced startup environment. You’re comfortable diving into code, debugging complex issues, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. While deep expertise in Python frameworks is a must, you’re also excited about emerging technologies like generative AI, machine learning, and deep learning.

What You’ll Do:

• Develop & Maintain: Build robust, secure, and scalable backend services using Python frameworks like Flask, FastAPI, or Django.
• API Design: Create and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices that power our platform.
• Database Management: Design and optimize database schemas; ideally with MongoDB, though experience with other databases is also valued.
• Integration: Collaborate with front-end and mobile teams to integrate seamless data flows and user experiences.
• Innovate: Explore and integrate new technologies, including LLMs, generative AI, machine learning, and deep learning, to enhance our product offerings.
• Cloud & DevOps: Work with cloud computing platforms (AWS or similar) to deploy, scale, and maintain backend systems.

Tech Stack:

• Backend: Python (Flask, FastAPI, or Django)
• Database: MongoDB (preferred) or other relational/NoSQL databases
• Cloud: AWS or other cloud platforms
• Additional Tools: Git, Docker, CI/CD pipelines

What You Bring:

• Experience: 2+ years of experience building scalable backend systems in Python.
• Framework Proficiency: Solid hands-on experience with Flask, FastAPI, or Django.
• Database Knowledge: Strong understanding of database design, indexing, and query optimization, preferably with MongoDB.
• API Expertise: Experience designing and consuming RESTful APIs.
• Version Control: Proficiency with Git and agile development practices.
• Problem Solver: A keen eye for detail and a passion for writing clean, maintainable code.

Bonus Points For:

• Exposure to and working experience with LLMs, generative AI, machine learning, deep learning, or fine-tuning models.
• Familiarity with containerization (Docker) and modern CI/CD practices.
• Experience working in a fast-paced startup environment.

Why Work With Us:

• Impact: Join a mission-driven startup solving real-world problems in a trillion-dollar industry.
• Innovation: Be part of a forward-thinking team that builds AI-powered, scalable tools from the ground up.
• Growth: Enjoy rapid career advancement as our company scales, with ample space for your ideas to thrive.
• Culture: Experience a collaborative, tech-driven, and fun work environment that values creativity, ownership, and continuous learning.

We are looking for an experienced Odoo funtional consultant with below key skills:-

Roles

1. You should have good experience and understanding of every module within Odoo and be well-versed in their inner workings.
2. You will be responsible for coordinating with the development team to ensure tasks are completed efficiently and according to the project requirements.
3. Analysing customers' needs and business processes to properly map them with Odoo functionalities.
4. Act as a business consultant and guide to customers, advising them on best practices and solutions using Odoo.
5. Perform end-to-end system implementations and advanced configurations in Odoo.
6. Provide comprehensive and professional documentation for development tasks and processes.
7. Follow up with developers and thoroughly test the modules and functions developed to ensure quality and accuracy.

Skills

1. Strong verbal and written communication skills in decent English to effectively communicate with customers and team members.
2. Properly plan and estimate project resources and milestones to ensure timely delivery.
3. A good background in Python and JavaScript is essential for customizing Odoo projects effectively.
4. Deliver customizations within agreed-upon timelines.
5. Having functional knowledge in at least a few verticals or domains will be considered an advantage.

Qualifications and Experience

1. You should be a Graduate or have a Postgraduate degree.
2. You should have 2 to 5 years of relevant work experience in Odoo implementation and functional consulting.
3. Be able to learn new concepts quickly and execute them effectively.
4. Have a complete understanding of ERP concepts and open source technologies.
5. Possess excellent planning and communication skills to effectively manage projects

We are looking for a passionate Python Django Developer responsibility include gathering user requirements, defining system functionality, and writing code in various languages like Python, Django, Javascript, HTML, CSS, etc. Ultimately, the role of the Django Developer is to build high-quality, innovative, and fully performing software that complies with coding standards and technical design.

Responsibilities:

You would be working on our core platform, improving the features of the product, testing and fixing bugs/issues, customizing it for clients, cloud and on-premise deployment, security testing, and configuration, etc. You will also get a chance to build new products from scratch.

Tools and technologies that you’d be working on include the following:

• Django, Python.
• Bootstrap, MaterializeCSS, HTML, JavaScript.
• Nginx, Gunicorn, MySQL/Postgres, API integrations (JSON, XML, SOAP).

• Shell Commands, SSH, SSL Certificate, HTTP/HTTPS.

Eligibility:

• Knowledge of developing web applications using at least one popular web framework (preferably, Django).
• Excellent knowledge of relational databases like Postgres/MySQL, etc.
• Knowledge in designing interactive applications.
• Ability to develop software using Python (Django Framework), Javascript, HTML, and CSS.
• Ability to document requirements and specifications.
• Bachelor of Engineering Degree in Computer Science or Information Technology or Electrical Engineering.

• 5+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
• 1+ years of exposure to the architecture and design (design patterns, security, reliability and scaling) of new and current systems.
• Bachelors/Masters degree in computer science or other related fields
• Programming experience with at least one modern language such as Java or Python including object-oriented design
• A solid foundation in computer science, with strong competencies in data structures, algorithms, and software design.
• Proven ability to take initiative and dive into new areas of technology.
• Passion for learning, analysing technology trade-offs and shipping products.
• Knowledge on SQL, NOSQL databases and AWS deployments is a plus
• Strong sense of ownership, urgency and drive
• Ability to work well with people and be both highly self motivated and motivating
• Must be independent and comfortable in a fast paced, ambiguous and often multi-directional work environment

• You will build cutting-edge secure and scalable systems by writing simple and efficient code.
• You will push your design and architecture limits for new product development.
• You will be the owner of your feature and work directly with product teams to drive customer impact.
• You will ensure that the systems you oversee are secure, fault-tolerant and are performing reliably at high volumes.
• Constantly look at possibilities to improve the overall functioning of the product.
• You possess a strong desire to learn and contribute solutions and ideas to a broad team
• You are independent and comfortable in a fast paced, ambiguous and often multi-directional work environments
• You will manage multiple tasks and use sound judgment when prioritizing
• You can collaborate with globally-located cross functional team in building customer-centric products
• You will analyze existing software implementations to identify areas of improvement and provide estimates for implementing new features

• Full stack experience is a plus
• Understanding of complete SDLC and Agile methodologies
• Domain expertise in Financial Services, Banking or Payments
• Code Quality –Code Hygiene (Coverage, Complexity, Usability)
• Collaboration –Strong peer review standards

The key aspects of this role: 

• Candidate with exceptional programming skills, problem-solving abilities and strong work  ethic. 
• The candidate has to work on custom programming and web application development for  Drupal. 
• Testing, maintenance and troubleshooting of existing company sites and resolving issues if  any. 
• Contributing ideas and efforts towards internal projects and working as part of a team to  find solutions on various problems. 
• Communicate technical ideas to business users and other teams (design, QA). • Collaborate with team members and to work independently when needed. • Eager to embrace current and emerging web technologies. 

To be the right fit, you'll need: 

• Experience of total 4+ years working on PHP and Drupal 7,8 Development (at least 2+ years  in Drupal 8) 
• Strong knowledge of MySQL, jQuery, HTML5, CSS 
• Experience with Drupal architecture, best practices and coding standards 
• Knowledge on Views, Services etc. 
• Experience in custom module and theme creation 
• Familiar with sub version control systems such as Git or SVN 
• Basic knowledge of environment setup for Linux distribution

Technical Experience :

• 2-6 years of Python working experience
• Expertise in at least one popular Python framework /Django/ Flask
• Knowledge of object-relational mapping d
• Familiarity with front-end technologies JavaScript and HTML5

Key Responsibilities :

• Write effective, scalable code
• Develop back-end components to improve responsiveness and overall performance
• Integrate user-facing elements into applications
• Test and debug programs5 Improve functionality