Senior Python Developer

Description :

Job Title : Senior Python Developer / Senior Software Engineer Python & Django

Location : Chennai Adyar

Work Mode : Onsite (5 Days a Week)

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience Required : 5 Years

About the Company :

At Sidan Global, we specialize in delivering cutting-edge technology solutions that help businesses achieve digital transformation and operational excellence. Our teams are passionate about building robust, scalable, and high-performing systems that empower clients across industries.

If youre a backend developer who loves working with Python, Django, and cloud-native technologies - and enjoys solving complex engineering challenges - wed love to hear from you

About the Role :

We are seeking a Senior Python Developer with strong expertise in Django and backend systems architecture. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in designing, developing, and deploying scalable enterprise applications in an Agile and DevOps-driven environment.

Youll work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable and efficient software solutions, contributing to the entire software development life cycle - from system design to production deployment.

Key Responsibilities :

Backend Development :

- Design, develop, and maintain robust backend systems and RESTful APIs using Python and Django.

- Implement clean, maintainable, and efficient code adhering to software engineering best practices.

- Develop scalable and secure backend architectures suitable for enterprise-grade deployments.

System Architecture & Optimization :

- Design optimized database schemas and manage relational (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL databases.

- Ensure database performance tuning, query optimization, and schema design best practices.

- Develop and deploy solutions optimized for low-bandwidth and challenging environments.

DevOps & Deployment :

- Deploy, monitor, and maintain applications on Kubernetes and Docker environments.

- Use tools such as Docker Compose, Minikube, and Helm for container orchestration and local testing.

- Work within CI/CD pipelines for continuous integration and automated deployments.

Agile & Quality Assurance :

- Collaborate with cross-functional Agile teams - product managers, frontend developers, QA engineers, and DevOps professionals.

- Participate in sprint planning, code reviews, and stand-ups to ensure timely and high-quality releases.

- Implement and enforce QA testing processes, ensuring robust and reliable code.

Collaboration & Contribution :

- Use Git and version control best practices to collaborate effectively with distributed teams.

- Contribute to open-source projects or leverage open-source tools for enterprise solutions.

- Mentor junior engineers and promote knowledge sharing within the team.

Strategic Contribution :

- Align software design and development goals with the organizations broader mission and strategic objectives.

- Continuously evaluate new technologies and recommend enhancements to improve system performance and scalability.

Required Qualifications & Technical Skills :

years of proven experience in software development, with at least 5 years in Python and Django.

- Strong understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP) and design patterns.

- Expertise in Kubernetes and Docker for containerized deployments.

- Solid experience with PostgreSQL (query optimization, indexing, performance tuning).

- Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments and implementing CI/CD pipelines.

- Strong debugging, performance tuning, and analytical skills.

- Experience with Linux-based systems, cloud-native architecture, and microservices is a plus.

- Familiarity with Git, Jenkins, Ansible, or similar DevOps tools.

- Good communication and collaboration skills with an ability to work in distributed teams.

Preferred Qualifications :

- Experience with fast-paced product environments or startups.

- Exposure to open-source development or community contributions.

- Familiarity with API security, caching strategies, and data pipelines.

- Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.

Why Join Us :

- Opportunity to work on scalable, high-impact projects in a dynamic team.

- Collaborative and innovation-driven work culture.

- Exposure to modern DevOps practices and cloud-native technologies.

- Competitive compensation and professional growth opportunities.