As a Senior Backend Developer, you will be responsible for developing, optimizing, and maintaining backend services for our ticketing marketplace. You will work closely with the mobile and web teams, ensuring high-quality backend integrations, handling high-volume data transactions, and improving overall system performance.
Key Responsibilities
Backend Development: Build, optimize, and maintain backend services using Django and Python.
Database Management: Design and optimize PostgreSQL databases, ensuring efficient queries and data storage.
API Development & Integration: Develop scalable and secure REST APIs for mobile and web applications.
Performance Optimization: Optimize backend processes to handle increasing traffic loads and transaction volumes.
Error Handling & Debugging: Identify and resolve bottlenecks, bugs, and performance issues in the backend.
Cloud & DevOps: Work with AWS or similar cloud platforms to deploy and manage services efficiently.
Security & Compliance: Implement secure coding practices to protect sensitive user data.
Collaboration: Work closely with frontend teams (Flutter/iOS/Android) to ensure smooth integrations.
Required Skills & Qualifications
8+ years of backend development experience, with 4+ years of strong expertise in Django and Python.
Experience with PostgreSQL and writing optimized queries.
Proficiency in developing and consuming REST APIs.
Experience working with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud for hosting and deployments.
Understanding of microservices architecture and containerization using Docker/Kubernetes.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to debug large-scale applications.
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps best practices.
Prior experience in a fast-paced startup environment is a plus.
Nice-to-Have Skills
Experience with AI & Applied Machine Learning (preferred but not required).
Exposure to GraphQL APIs and asynchronous task management (Celery, Redis).
Experience with third-party payment integrations.
Familiarity with Event Ticketing or E-commerce Platforms.