We are seeking a talented and experienced Senior Python API Developer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable API-driven platforms that support high-performance and real-time applications. You will leverage your expertise in Python, databases, and message queuing technologies to build robust and reliable systems.
Key Responsibilities:
• Design and develop scalable RESTful and WebSocket-based APIs using Python.
• Optimize database interactions, leveraging PostgreSQL or similar relational databases to ensure high performance and reliability.
• Implement real-time data streaming solutions using WebSockets and queue technologies like MQTT or Kafka.
• Build highly available, fault-tolerant, and maintainable backend systems to support critical business applications.
• Collaborate closely with front-end developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure seamless API integration.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code, following industry best practices.
• Participate in code reviews and provide technical mentorship to junior developers.
• Continuously research and integrate the latest technologies to enhance the platform’s capabilities and performance.
Requirements
Qualification:
• 3-5 years of experience as a Python developer, with a strong track record of building scalable API-driven platforms.
• Solid understanding of PostgreSQL (or similar relational databases), including performance optimization and data modeling.
• Experience working with WebSockets to enable real-time communication in web and mobile applications.
• Familiarity with message queuing technologies such as MQTT or Kafka to support event-driven architectures.
• Proficiency in building and deploying production-ready applications in a cloud or containerized environment (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to design solutions that meet both technical and business needs.
• Proficiency in English, both written and spoken.
• Team player with a collaborative mindset and a positive attitude.
Preferred Skills:
• Knowledge of authentication and authorization frameworks (OAuth2, JWT).
• Familiarity with asynchronous Python frameworks (e.g., FastAPI, aiohttp).
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and modern DevOps practices.
• Knowledge of caching strategies for performance optimization (e.g., Redis, Memcached).
• Ability to monitor, debug, and troubleshoot production systems effectively.
Personal Attributes:
• Proactive and self-motivated with a drive to deliver outstanding results.
• Adaptable and open to feedback, with a growth mindset.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• A natural curiosity and enthusiasm for learning and sharing knowledge with others