Mid-Backend Engineer (Python)

Architecture & Design

• Collaborate with senior engineers and the Backend Lead to design scalable, maintainable, and modular backend systems for SaaS products.
• Contribute to the design of APIs, databases, and backend services while considering performance, security, and maintainability.
• Participate in technical discussions regarding frameworks, tools, and architectural improvements.

Development & Implementation

• Develop and maintain production-grade server-side applications using technologies such as Python, Django
• Build and maintain RESTful APIs, business logic, and integrations with internal and external systems.
• Implement background jobs, scheduled tasks, and event-driven processes where required.
• Troubleshoot and resolve application issues, bugs, and performance concerns.

Quality, Testing & Code Review

• Write and maintain unit, integration, and automated tests to ensure application reliability and code quality.
• Participate in peer code reviews and incorporate feedback to improve development standards.
• Follow established coding guidelines, documentation practices, and development processes.

Performance & Optimization

• Assist in monitoring application performance and identifying areas for improvement.
• Implement basic optimization techniques, including database query tuning, caching, and efficient resource utilization.
• Work with DevOps and senior engineers to support deployments and maintain production environments.

Security & Reliability

• Follow secure coding practices and company security standards.
• Implement authentication, authorization, validation, and error-handling mechanisms.
• Support monitoring, logging, and troubleshooting efforts to maintain system reliability and availability.

Collaboration & Product Engagement

• Work closely with Product Owners, Frontend Developers, QA Engineers, and UX/UI Designers to deliver product features.
• Participate in sprint planning, estimation, and technical discussions.
• Communicate technical challenges, risks, and progress to relevant stakeholders.

Documentation & Knowledge Sharing

• Document APIs, technical implementations, and development processes.
• Share knowledge with team members and contribute to internal technical discussions.
• Stay updated on backend development trends, tools, and best practices to continuously improve technical skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years of professional backend development experience in SaaS / enterprise software.
• Proven experience building and maintaining large-scale, distributed backend systems.

Technical & Soft Skills

• Strong proficiency in at least one backend language (e.g., Python, Django)
• Deep experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Redis).
• Knowledge of containerization (Docker), container orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes), and cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Experience designing and building RESTful APIs or GraphQL services.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with a logical and structured approach to design and architecture.
• Excellent communication skills - able to convey technical ideas to non-technical stakeholders.
• High attention to detail and commitment to code quality, testing, and documentation.
• Knowledge Brokers and Messaging Queues ( RabbitMQ)