Python Backend developer

About Persistent

We are an AI-led, platform-driven Digital Engineering and Enterprise Modernization partner, combining deep technical expertise and industry experience to help our clients anticipate what’s next. Our offerings and proven solutions create a unique competitive advantage for our clients by giving them the power to see beyond and rise above. We work with many industry-leading organizations across the world, including 20 Fortune 50 companies and 4 of the 5 top banks in both the US and India, and numerous innovators across the healthcare ecosystem.

Our disruptor’s mindset, commitment to client success, and agility to thrive in the dynamic environment have enabled us to sustain our growth momentum. Persistent has been recognized across top industry platforms for innovation, leadership, and inclusion. We reported $1,654.4M FY26 revenue with 17.4% Y-o-Y growth. We have delivered 24 sequential quarters of growth with $436.0M in Q4 FY26 revenue, up 3.2% Q-o-Q and 16.2% Y-o-Y growth. Our 27,500+ global team members, located in 18 countries, have been instrumental in helping the market leaders transform their industries. We have been recognized as the Fastest Growing IT Services Brand Globally in the 2026 Brand Finance IT Services 25 Report. We named a Leader in the Everest Group Private Equity (PE) Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2026 and Software Product Engineering PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2026.

About Position:

We are seeking an experienced Backend Engineer with strong expertise in Python to design and build scalable, secure, and high-performance backend systems. The role focuses on developing APIs, managing data workflows, and building automation through cron jobs while ensuring clean, modular, and maintainable code. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with frontend, DevOps, and cross-functional teams to deliver robust, production-ready applications in a fast-paced environment.

• Role: Backend Engineer
• Location: Noida
• Experience: 5 to 8 years
• Job Type: Full Time Employment

What You'll Do:

• Design, develop, and maintain backend applications and services using Python
• Build and manage RESTful APIs and integrate them with frontend and external systems
• Develop and maintain cron jobs and automation scripts to support business workflows
• Ensure high-quality code through testing, debugging, and peer reviews
• Work with relational and NoSQL databases to design efficient data models and queries
• Implement scalable and secure backend solutions following best practices
• Collaborate with frontend, DevOps, and other engineering teams to deliver end-to-end solutions
• Deploy and manage applications on cloud platforms such as Google Cloud (Compute Engine, GCS)
• Containerize applications using Docker and ensure consistency across environments

Expertise You'll Bring:

• 5-8 years of strong hands-on experience in Python development
• Experience with frameworks such as Flask or Django
• Strong knowledge of RESTful API design and integration
• Proficiency in working with RDBMS and NoSQL databases
• Strong experience in Bash scripting and automation tasks
• Hands-on experience with Docker and containerized application deployment
• Familiarity with Google Cloud Platform (Compute Engine, GCS) or similar cloud platforms
• Understanding of data structures, object-oriented programming, and functional programming concepts
• Experience with Git and modern development workflows
• Strong debugging, performance optimization, and problem-solving skills

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
• Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
• Annual health check-ups
• Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:

Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

• We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
• Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
• If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment

Let’s unleash your full potential at Persistent - persistent.com/careers

“Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.”

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Python programming (OOP, data structures, algorithms),Django / Django REST Framework (DRF),Django / Django REST Framework (DRF)

Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India

Python programming (OOP, data structures, algorithms),Django / Django REST Framework (DRF),Django / Django REST Framework (DRF)

5 to 8 years

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