Senior Backend Developer - Python || Kalkaji, Onsite only

**Experience:** 6 - 10 Years

**Location:** Kalkaji, South Delhi

Work from Office only

**Key Responsibilities:**

- **Software Engineering:**

- Lead the design, development, and implementation of scalable Python applications and services.

- Architect complex software systems with a focus on performance, reliability, and maintainability.

- Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code, and ensure adherence to best coding practices.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, design solutions, and deliver high-quality software.

- **Quality Assurance:**

- Develop and implement comprehensive testing strategies, including unit tests, integration tests, and end-to-end tests.

- Lead efforts in automating tests and improving the test coverage and reliability of our applications.

- Identify, diagnose, and resolve software defects and performance issues.

- Establish and enforce best practices for software quality, including code reviews, automated testing, and continuous integration.

- **Leadership and Mentorship:**

- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior developers and QA engineers.

- Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure code quality and adherence to standards.

- Guide the team in adopting and implementing best practices in software development and QA.

- **Project Management:**

- Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to define project requirements and deliverables.

- Manage project timelines and deliverables, ensuring timely and successful completion of projects.

- Identify risks and propose solutions to mitigate potential issues.

- **Continuous Improvement:**

- Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in software development and QA.

- Propose and implement improvements to development processes, tools, and methodologies.

**Requirements:**

- **Education:**

Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

- **Technical Skills:**

- Advanced proficiency in Python and extensive experience with Python frameworks (e.g., Django, Flask).

- Strong understanding of software quality practices, including test automation, continuous integration, and performance testing.

- Experience with front-end technologies (e.g., HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and full-stack development is a plus.

- Expertise in relational and non-relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB).

- Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).

- Knowledge of GIS technologies like Open Street Map and ArcGIS is a definite advantage.

- **Leadership:** Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor a development team. Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

- **Communication:** Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

- **Agile Methodologies:** Experience with agile development methodologies (e.g., Scrum, Kanban) and project management tools.

**Benefits:**

- Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.

- Flexible working hours and remote work options.

- Professional development opportunities and career advancement.

- Generous paid time off, holidays, and additional leave options.

- Collaborative and inclusive work environment.