Lead Python Engineer

Job description

We are seeking a Lead Python Engineer who brings strong backend development expertise along with a solid grasp of cloud-native solutions. The right candidate will be capable of designing, building and maintaining scalable backend services through Python and modern cloud platforms.

Responsibilities

- Build backend services and APIs with Python

- Architect scalable cloud-based solutions and microservices

- Handle databases, queues, cloud services and integrations

- Partner with DevOps, QA, product and engineering teams

- Contribute to architecture discussions and technical decision-making

- Maintain code quality, security, performance and reliability

- Assist with deployment, monitoring and troubleshooting of production systems

Requirements

- 5+ years of experience in software development

- 1+ years of relevant leadership experience

- Solid background in Python backend development

- Familiarity with frameworks like FastAPI, Flask or Django

- Practical experience using AWS, Azure or GCP

- Proven track record building REST APIs and microservices

- Sound knowledge of relational and/or NoSQL databases

- Exposure to CI/CD, testing and modern software engineering practices

- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities