We are looking for a Senior Python Engineer with 6+ years of experience to join our backend engineering team. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Python-based microservice development, RESTful APIs, cloud-native deployments, and modern testing and security best practices. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to build scalable, secure, and reliable backend services in a cloud environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Python-based microservices using frameworks like FastAPI, Flask, or Django.
• Design and implement RESTful APIs with asynchronous programming where applicable.
• Architect and deploy microservices using Docker, adhering to modern CI/CD and DevOps practices.
• Implement Pub/Sub messaging and service communication patterns using Google Pub/Sub, Kafka, or RabbitMQ.
• Work with relational databases such as PostgreSQL and MySQL, and have familiarity with NoSQL databases like MongoDB.
• Utilize cloud services from Google Cloud Platform, AWS, or similar for scalable deployment.
• Ensure high code quality through unit testing (e.g., pytest, unittest) and API testing (e.g., Postman, Newman).
• Apply and advocate for API security best practices, including OAuth2, JWT, and data encryption.
• Collaborate in Agile teams using version control, sprint planning, and structured documentation.
• Integrate third-party services such as Mailgun for email automation and OpenAI/ChatGPT for AI-enhanced features.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience as a Python developer with a strong understanding of microservices architecture.
• Proficiency with Python web frameworks such as FastAPI, Flask, or Django.
• Strong knowledge of Docker and deployment of services to cloud environments.
• Experience with CI/CD tools and Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform).
• Expertise in working with PostgreSQL, MySQL, and basic knowledge of MongoDB.
• Hands-on experience with message brokers like Kafka, RabbitMQ, or Google Pub/Sub.
• Proficient in unit and API testing frameworks and best practices.
• Solid understanding of API authentication, authorization, and data protection techniques.
• Familiarity with email service providers (e.g., Mailgun) and AI-based API integrations (e.g., OpenAI).
• Experience working in Agile teams with Git-based workflows.
• Familiarity with observability tools (e.g., logging, monitoring, tracing).

Soft Skills

• Independent problem-solving ability with a detail-oriented approach.
• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Team collaboration in distributed environments.
• Proactive in suggesting improvements and maintaining best practices.