SvelteTech - Backend Developer - Python/Django (3-5 yrs)

About the job

- We are seeking an experienced Backend Developer (Python) to join our Big Data Analytics project.

- The ideal candidate should have prior experience working with large-scale data systems, developing robust backend services, and optimizing data processing pipelines.

Key Responsibilities :

- Design, develop, and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices using Django, Flask, or FastAPI.

- Integrate and manage real-time streaming with Apache Kafka and RabbitMQ.

- Optimize database performance and design using PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and Neo4j.

- Implement security best practices, including OAuth 2.0, JWT, and TLS.

- Work closely with data engineers and data scientists to support data-driven applications.

- Ensure high availability, scalability, and performance of backend services.

- Automate deployments and CI/CD pipelines for seamless integration and delivery.

Skills & Qualifications

- Proficiency in Python, with hands-on experience in Django, Flask, or FastAPI.

- Strong experience with message brokers such as Apache Kafka or RabbitMQ.

- Expertise in database design and optimization (both SQL & NoSQL technologies like PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Neo4j).

- Understanding of distributed computing and big data processing frameworks (e.g , Hadoop, Spark) is a plus.

- Familiarity with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes).

- Experience in implementing security best practices and API authentication mechanisms.

- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in an agile, fast-paced environment.

Nice-to-Have Skills :

- Exposure to data pipeline orchestration tools (Airflow, Prefect, Dagster).

- Experience in handling high-throughput applications.

- Knowledge of GraphQL and event-driven architectures.

- Familiarity with ML model deployment and integration