Sr Python Developer

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Job Description

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a skilled developer experienced in Python with end-to-end project implementation to join our team. 

What will you be doing?

• Design and develop backend services for the ERP system using Python and MongoDB
• Collaborate with the frontend development team to integrate the frontend and backend functionalities
• Develop and maintain APIs that are efficient, scalable, and secure
• Write efficient and reusable code that can be easily maintained and updated
• Optimize backend services to improve performance and scalability
• Troubleshoot and resolve backend issues and bugs

Desired qualifications include

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field
• Proven experience in Python Fast API with E2E project implementation 
• Proficiency with DevOps and Pipelines (Git actions, Google Cloud Platform)
• Knowledge of microservices architecture
• Experience in MongoDB development, including Aggregation 
• Proficiency in RESTful API development
• Experience with the Git version control system
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

We welcome candidates

• Who is an Immediate Joiner
• Female candidates returning to work after a career break are strongly encouraged to apply 
• Whether you're seasoned or just starting out, if you have the skills and passion, we invite you to apply.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and are committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status

JOB SYNOPSIS

• Location: Bangalore
• Job Type: Full-time
• Role: Software Developer
• Industry Type: Software Product
• Functional Area: Software Development
• Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Mandatory (Experience 1) - Must have a minimum 4+ years of experience in backend software development.

Mandatory (Experience 2) -Must have 4+ years of experience in backend development using Python (Highly preferred), Java, or Node.js.

Mandatory (Experience 3) - Must have experience with Cloud platforms like AWS (highly preferred), gcp or azure

Mandatory (Experience 4) - Must have Experience in any databases - MySQL / PostgreSQL / Postgres / Oracle / SQL Server / DB2 / SQL / MongoDB / Ne

We are seeking a skilled Node.js + Python Developer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and maintaining web applications using Node.js and Python. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of both Node.js and Python, as well as web application development. Responsibilities:

Developing and maintaining web applications using Node.js and Python

Write clean and efficient code that adheres to Node.js and Python coding standards

Collaborate with other developers and team members to design and implement new features

Troubleshoot and debug issues in existing code

Create and maintain technical documentation

Requirements:

Strong knowledge of Node.js and Python

Familiarity with front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript

Experience with MySQL/Mongo and database design

Good understanding of object-oriented programming and design patterns

Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Good communication skills and ability to work in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with popular Node.js frameworks such as Express or Koa

Experience with OpenAi APIs

Knowledge of machine learning and data science libraries in Python such as TensorFlow, Scikit-learn, and Pandas

Experience with RESTful API development

Experience with payment gateway integrations

• Architect new and optimize existing software codebases and systems used to crawl, launch, run, and monitor the Anakin family of app crawlers
• Deeply own the lifecycle of software, including rolling out to operations, managing configurations, maintaining and upgrading, and supporting end-users
• Configure and optimize the automated testing and deployment systems used to maintain over 1000+ crawlers across the company
• Analyze data and bugs that require in-depth investigations
• Interface directly with external customers including managing relationships and steering requirements

• Extremely effective, self-driven builder
• 2+ years of experience as a backend software engineer
• 2+ years of experience with Python
• 2+ years of experience with AWS services such as EC2, S3, Lambda, etc.
• Should have managed a team of software engineers
• Deep experience with network debugging across all OSI layers (Wireshark)
• Knowledge of networks or/and cybersecurity

• Broad understanding of the landscape of software engineering design patterns and principles
• Ability to work quickly and accurately in a highly stressful environment during removing bugs in run-time within minutes
• Excellent communicator, both written and verbal

• Must be available to work extended hours and weekends when needed to meet critical deadlines
• Must have an aversion to politics and BS. Should let his/her work speak for him/her.
• Must be comfortable with uncertainty. In almost all the cases, your job will be to figure it out.
• Must not be bounded to comfort zone. Often, you will need to challenge yourself to go above and beyond.

THE POSITION:

- 3+ years of relevant experience in designing & implementing scalable, resilient backend microservices

- Expert at any backend programming language (Python/GoLang preferrable) and has exposure to API design and scalable architecture

- Hands-on experience on a couple of RDBMS/NoSQL/In-memory DBs

- Great database modelling skills

- Ability to choose the right algorithm, data-structure, and design pattern for the given problem statement

- Knowledge of any cloud based platform like AWS or GCP and scaling on the go

- Understanding of various application security principles and experience with building applications secure by design

QUALIFICATION:

                - We don't care about which college you are from, if you have the power to convert coffee into code, we got you.

• Collaborating with the front-end developers and other team members to establish objectives and design more functional, cohesive codes to enhance the user experience.
• Own code for the products with responsibilities including but not limited to designing, developing, testing, maintenance of products.
• Building RESTful services and do DevOps.
• Talking to customers and business teams to suggest improvement areas in product flows.
• Create peer learnings for team members and build context for new teammates
• Help with building the company's tech team and iterating on the hiring framework.
• Provide regular feedback to your team (peers and managers) to ensure continuous improvement.
• Keeping abreast with the latest technologies and working on your skills regularly.

Skills & Requirements

• Good knowledge and experience of working with backend systems; designing server-side architecture, including production maintenance experience are must-haves.
• At least 1-8 years of experience in any programming languages like Java, Ruby, PHP, Python, and Node.js(Node.js preferred).
• Understanding of micro-services-oriented architecture.
• Experience with Databases design (SQL, NoSQL) and analytics
• Experience in driving and delivering complex features/software modules from technical design to launch.
• Expertise with unit testing & Test Driven Development (TDD)
• Have empathy for the users you build for

Good to have

• Experience in the fintech industry
• Experience leading design and implementation of robust and secure web services