Backend Developer (4-6 yrs)

We are seeking a highly skilled Backend Developer with strong experience in Python to design, build, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs.

Key Responsibilities :

- Design and develop robust, scalable, and maintainable backend systems using Java and Python.

- Build RESTful APIs and integrate them with front-end components, mobile apps, and third-party systems.

- Write clean, well-documented, and testable code following best software engineering practices.

- Collaborate with product managers, UI/UX designers, and frontend developers to define and deliver features.

- Optimize backend processes for performance, scalability, and fault tolerance.

- Design and maintain microservices architecture with proper documentation and versioning.

- Integrate authentication and authorization mechanisms (OAuth, JWT, etc.

- Participate in code reviews, sprint planning, and continuous improvement processes.

- Implement unit testing, integration testing, and CI/CD pipelines for smooth deployments.

- Monitor and debug applications in staging and production environments.

Required Technical Skills :

Languages & Frameworks :

- Strong expertise in Java (Core Java, Spring Boot, Spring MVC)

- Proficiency in Python (Flask, FastAPI or Django preferred)

- Knowledge of RESTful API design, JSON, GraphQL (optional)

Databases :

- Experience with RDBMS like PostgreSQL, MySQL

- Knowledge of NoSQL databases such as MongoDB, Redis, Cassandra (nice to have)

DevOps & Tools :

- Hands-on experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD tools like Jenkins/GitLab CI

- Familiarity with cloud platforms : AWS / Azure / GCP (any)

- Version control systems like Git, GitHub/GitLab

Testing & Quality :

- Experience with unit testing frameworks (JUnit, PyTest)

- Working knowledge of integration testing, mocking, and debugging tools

Others :

- Understanding of message queues (Kafka, RabbitMQ, etc.)

- Exposure to Microservices architecture, API gateway, and service registry concepts

- Familiarity with Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban)

- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Preferred Skills (Good to Have) :

- Experience with asynchronous programming in Python (asyncio, Celery)

- Familiarity with monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack)

- Knowledge of security best practices in backend systems

- Exposure to serverless architecture (AWS Lambda, Google Cloud Functions)

Qualifications :

- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline

- 3-5+ years of hands-on backend development experience with a strong focus on Java and Python technologies

- Proven track record of delivering scalable and production-ready backend services