TIFIN - Vice President/Engineer - Backend Architecture (8-12 yrs)

Location : Bangalore ( In o- ce)

WHO WE ARE :

TIFIN is a fintech platform backed by industry leaders including JP Morgan, Morningstar, Broadridge, Hamilton Lane, Franklin Templeton, Motive Partners, and others. We are committed to creating engaging wealth experiences to improve financial lives through AI and investment intelligence-powered personalization. Our aim is to transform the world of wealth in the same way personalization has transformed movies and music, with the added responsibility of delivering better wealth outcomes.

We use design and behavioral thinking to create engaging experiences through software and APIs, leveraging investment science and intelligence to build algorithmic engines that enable better investor outcomes. We match individuals to financial advice and investments based on their unique needs and goals across our investment marketplace and advice and planning divisions.

OUR VALUES :

Go with your GUT :

Grow at the Edge : We strive for personal growth by stepping out of our comfort zones and finding our genius zones with self-awareness and integrity. No excuses.

Understanding through Listening and Speaking the Truth : We value transparency, communicating with radical candor, authenticity, and precision to create shared understanding. We challenge, but once a decision is made, we commit fully.

I Win for Teamwin :

We work within our genius zones to succeed, taking full ownership of our work. We inspire each other with our energy and attitude, flying in formation to win together.

- Heavy Hands on Backend Technology with 9+ years of Experience

- Proficient in backend development using Python, with strong skills in frameworks such as Django and FastAPI.

- Skilled at SQL database management, with a focus on performance optimization and data integrity. Capable of contributing to system design and architecture discussions, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security.

- Strong communicator with a track record of collaborating effectively within cross-functional teams and delivering high-quality solutions.

- Open to transitioning into Data Engineering roles leveraging strong SQL skills and understanding of data pipelines.

- Good debugging skills

Key Skills :

- Backend Development : Extensive experience in Python-based backend development with Django and FastAPI frameworks. Proficient in building RESTful APIs, handling authentication, authorization, and data validation.

- Database Management : Strong command over SQL for designing schemas, writing complex queries, and optimizing database performance. Experience with ORM frameworks like Django ORM.

- System Design : Understanding of system design principles, including scalability, performance optimization, and microservices architecture. Ability to contribute to architectural decisions and technical design discussions.

- Data Engineering : Open to roles in Data Engineering, with skills in SQL, data pipelines, ETL processes, and data warehousing concepts.

- Communication : Effective communicator with experience in team collaboration, client interactions, and articulating technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Proven ability to work in Agile development environments.

Additional Skills (Good to Have) :

- Experience with Next.js for server-side rendering and building React applications.

- Familiarity with Snowflake / Redshift for cloud-based data warehousing and analytics.

- Knowledge of data manipulation and analysis tools such as Pandas and NumPy.

- Exposure to Salesforce platform APIs and extensions or similar CRM functionalities.

Technical Proficiency :

- Backend : Python, Django, FastAPI, Flask, RESTful APIs, GraphQL

- Databases : PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQLite, MongoDB, ORM (Django ORM)

- Data Engineering : SQL, ETL Processes, Data Warehousing Concepts

- Tools & DevOps : Git, Docker, AWS (EC2, S3, RDS), CI/CD pipelines, Agile methodologies

Professional Experience :

- Developed and maintained scalable web applications using Django and FastAPI, ensuring high performance and reliability.

- Optimized SQL queries and database schema design to improve application performance and data integrity.

- Collaborated with cross-functional teams in Agile environments to deliver features and meet project milestones.

- Open to transitioning into Data Engineering roles, leveraging SQL skills and understanding of data pipelines to contribute to data-driven solutions.

Compensation and Benefits Package :

- Competitive compensation with a discretionary annual bonus.

- Performance-linked variable compensation.

- Medical insurance.

Note on Location :

While we have team centers in Boulder, New York City, San Francisco, Charlotte, and this role is based out of Bangalore

TIFIN is an equal-opportunity workplace, and we value diversity in our workforce. All qualifie applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any discrimination.