Lead Python Developer

Job Description

We are looking for a Lead Python Developer with a proven background in building scalable, high-performance applications. This role is ideal for a skilled, self-motivated professional with a strong analytical mindset and excellent problem-solving and communication skills. The candidate should be able to work independently within a collaborative environment, handling end-to-end development, deployment, and maintenance of applications while contributing to product vision and client success.

Location
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Hyderabad

Only Immediate joiners are preferred

Roles and Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and maintain new and existing applications, ensuring they meet specified requirements, scale efficiently, and maintain high performance.
• Analyse and interpret project requirements to independently design effective solutions while keeping the broader product architecture in mind.
• Design, develop, and deploy APIs and web services with a focus on reusable, testable, and efficient code.
• Implement low-latency, scalable applications with optimized performance.
• Create Docker files for containerization and deploy applications within a Kubernetes environment.
• Adapt quickly to a dynamic, start-up style environment, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills and a resourceful approach to driving results.

Skills and Experience Required

• Proficiency in Python:
  7-11 years of hands-on experience with Python, particularly with Fast API / Flask. Familiarity with other web frameworks like Django and web2py is beneficial.
• Web Development and API Design:
  Deep understanding of RESTful API design, as well as a working knowledge of HTTP, JSON, and other web protocols.
• Database Expertise:
  Experience with RDBMS databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and document-based databases (e.g., MongoDB). Skilled in database design, indexing, and optimizing queries.
• Design Patterns and Best Practices:
  Knowledge of fundamental design principles, including object-oriented programming (OOP) and design patterns, especially as they apply to Python.
• Containerization and Orchestration:
  Strong experience with Docker for containerization, and Kubernetes for deploying and managing containerized applications.
• Scalable Architecture Knowledge:
  Understanding of multi-process architecture, threading limitations of Python, and core principles behind building scalable and maintainable applications.
• Unit Testing and Quality Assurance:
  Familiar with testing frameworks such as PyTest or UnitTest for building unit tests and ensuring code quality, as well as a TDD (Test-Driven Development) approach.
• Version Control:
  Proficiency with Git for source code management and collaborative development.

Preferred Skills

• Cloud Services:
  Experience working with cloud environments, especially AWS, including knowledge of services like S3, EC2, and Lambda.
• Microservices Architecture:
  Familiarity with microservices design patterns and best practices, as well as deployment in containerized environments.
• Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD):
  Knowledge of CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions.

Additional Qualifications

• Problem-Solving and Analytical Skills:
  Strong problem-solving abilities, capable of making solution-level decisions that align with project and business goals.
• Collaboration and Communication:
  Ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams, including developers, UX/UI engineers, and DevOps, and communicate technical solutions clearly.
• Adaptability and Agility:
  Comfortable in an Agile environment and able to adapt to iterative development processes, responding to change quickly and effectively.
• Product Development Mindset:
  Passion for designing innovative solutions and participating in architecture and code reviews to ensure quality and scalability.