Sr. Python Django Developer

Company Overview

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Job Summary

The Sr. Python Django Developer will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable backend services. This position focuses on building robust APIs and implementing microservices while adhering to security best practices. Collaborating within a hybrid work environment, the candidate will contribute to project goals, ensuring high-quality software delivery in alignment with organizational objectives.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Python and Django.
• Build, maintain, and optimize RESTful APIs with proper versioning, authentication (OAuth2, JWT), and security best practices.
• Implement microservices architecture with Docker and container orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes).
• Work with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and ORM frameworks.
• Develop and manage asynchronous tasks and message queues using Celery, RabbitMQ, and caching strategies.
• Ensure code quality through unit testing (PyTest, unittest) and continuous integration/deployment pipelines (GitHub Actions, Jenkins).
• Follow security best practices to protect against vulnerabilities (SQL injection, XSS, CSRF).

Qualifications

• 7+ years of backend development experience with Python.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with Django.
• Strong understanding of REST API development, authentication, and versioning.
• Deep knowledge of OOP concepts, design principles, and design patterns (Factory, Singleton, Observer, etc.).
• Solid experience with Docker, containerization, and Kubernetes.
• Strong database expertise in PostgreSQL/MySQL.
• Experience with caching, Celery, RabbitMQ, and rate limiting.
• Proficient in Git and CI/CD pipelines.
• Familiarity with unit testing frameworks.
• Knowledge of application security best practices.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with FastAPI or Flask.
• Knowledge of GraphQL.
• Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure).
• Familiarity with NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Redis).
• Exposure to event-driven architectures (Kafka, streaming platforms).
• Experience with DevOps tools (Terraform, Helm, etc.).

Experience

• 7 to 10 years of relevant experience in backend development, specifically focusing on Python and Django.

Environment

• Work Mode: Hybrid / Remote (Candidates must be based in Accion cities such as Bangalore, Pune, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Noida).
• Hybrid Model: 2–3 days in the office per week.
• Remote Requirements: Candidates should be available to visit the office once a month for client/team meetings and asset collection.
• Working Hours: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM IST, with flexibility to overlap with the Eastern Standard Time (EST) zone based on project needs.

Salary

• Estimated salary is 2.2 Lakhs per month + Taxes. The final rate is negotiable based on feedback and the candidate's experience.

Growth Opportunities

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Benefits

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