Senior Software Engineer

ABOUT USDatacultr is a global Digital Operating System for Risk Management and Debt Recovery, we drive Collection Efficiencies, Reduce Delinquencies and Non-Performing Loans (NPL’s). Datacultr is a Digital-Only provider of Consumer Engagement, Recovery and Collection Solutions, helping Consumer Lending, Retail, Telecom and Fintech Organizations to expand and grow their business in the under-penetrated New to Credit and Thin File Segments.We are helping millions of new to credit consumers, across emerging markets, access formal credit and begin their journey towards financial health. We have clients across India, South Asia, South East Asia, Africa and LATAM.Datacultr is headquartered in Dubai, with offices in Abu Dhabi, Singapore, Ho Chi Minh City, Nairobi, and Mexico City; and our Development Center is located out of Gurugram, India.ORGANIZATION’S GROWTH PLANDatacultr’s vision is to enable convenient financing opportunities for consumers, entrepreneurs and small merchants, helping them combat the Socio-economic problems this segment faces due to restricted access to financing.We are on a mission to enable 35 million unbanked & under-served people,access financial services by the end of 2026Position OverviewWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Software Engineer with 4-8 years of professional experience in Python and Django, specifically in building REST APIs using frameworks like FASTAPI and Django Rest Framework (DRF). The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience with Redis cache, Docker, PostgreSQL, Kafka, Elasticsearch, and ETL pipelines.Key ResponsibilitiesCollaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and maintain high-quality software solutions using Python, Django (including DRF), FastAPI, and other modern frameworks.Build robust and scalable REST APIs, ensuring efficient data transfer and seamless integration with frontend and third-party systems.Utilize Redis for caching, session management, and performance optimization.Design and implement scalable ETL pipelines to efficiently process and transform large datasets across systems.Integrate and maintain Kafka for building real-time data streaming and messaging services.Implement Elasticsearch for advanced search capabilities, data indexing, and analytics functionalities.Containerize applications using Docker for easy deployment and scalability.Design and manage PostgreSQL databases, ensuring data integrity and performance tuning.Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code following best practices and coding standards.Participate in system design discussions and contribute to architectural decisions, particularly around data flow and microservices communication.Troubleshoot and debug complex software issues, ensuring smooth operation of production systems.Profile and optimize Python code for improved performance and scalability.Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated testing and deployment.Key Requirements4-8 years of experience in backend development using Python.Strong proficiency in Django, DRF, and RESTful API development.Experience with FastAPI, asyncio, and modern Python libraries.Solid understanding of PostgreSQL and relational database concepts.Proficiency with Redis for caching and performance optimization.Hands-on experience with Docker and container orchestration.Familiarity with Kafka for real-time messaging and event-driven systems.Experience implementing and maintaining ETL pipelines for structured/unstructured data.Working knowledge of Elasticsearch for search and data indexing.Exposure to AWS services (e.g., EC2, S3, RDS) and cloud-native development.Understanding of Test-Driven Development (TDD) and automation frameworks.Strong grasp of Git and collaborative development practices.Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.Experience with Agile development methodologies.What We OfferOpportunity to shape the future of unsecured lending in emerging marketsCompetitive compensation packageProfessional development and growth opportunitiesCollaborative, innovation-focused work environmentComprehensive health and wellness benefitsLocation & Work Model Immediate joining possible5 Days Work From OfficeBased in Gurugram, Sector 65