Senior Python Developer - FastAPI

Job Title : Senior Python Developer FastAPI Expert

Experience Level : 6 to 12 Years

Job Location : Bangalore

About The Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Python Developer with deep expertise in FastAPI to join our growing engineering team in Bangalore. As a core member of the backend development team, you will be responsible for architecting, designing, and developing high-performance APIs and backend systems that are robust, scalable, and secure.

If you have a strong background in Python, enjoy solving complex backend challenges, and are passionate about working in a high-impact role within a fast-paced and collaborative environmentthis opportunity is perfect for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain high-performance backend systems and RESTful APIs using FastAPI and Python.
• Develop clean, efficient, reusable, and well-documented code that adheres to software development best practices.
• Architect scalable microservices and ensure integration across different services in the system.
• Work closely with front-end developers, DevOps, QA, and product managers to deliver features from concept to production.
• Write and maintain comprehensive unit and integration tests to ensure code reliability and performance.
• Implement data models and queries for relational and NoSQL databases.
• Ensure the security, stability, and performance of backend applications.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing systems to improve performance and usability.
• Stay current with emerging backend technologies, frameworks, and architectural patterns.
• Participate in code reviews, mentoring junior developers, and contributing to knowledge sharing across the team.
• Collaborate in Agile/Scrum development processes and participate in sprint planning, estimation, and retrospectives.
  
  

Technical Skills Required

• Strong expertise in Python 3.x programming with a minimum of 6 years of professional experience.
• In-depth hands-on experience with FastAPI (at least 2 years of production-grade projects preferred).
• Good understanding of asynchronous programming, async/await, and concurrency in Python.
• Experience designing and consuming RESTful APIs, and knowledge of OpenAPI/Swagger specifications.
• Familiarity with OAuth2/JWT-based authentication, API security, and rate limiting.
• Solid understanding of data modeling and working experience with SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB, Redis) databases.
• Experience with Docker and containerized development environments.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and deployment practices using tools like GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or GitLab CI.
• Exposure to cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) and deploying backend services in cloud-native environments.
• Familiarity with monitoring/logging tools like Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack, or Sentry.
  
  

Soft Skills & Requirements

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to take ownership of features from requirements through deployment and support.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams in Agile/Scrum environments.
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality software solutions on time.
• B.E/B.Tech/M.Tech/MCA or equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field.
  
  

Nice To Have

• Prior experience with microservices architecture and distributed systems.
• Experience in event-driven architecture (Kafka, RabbitMQ, etc.).
• Experience working with Pydantic for data validation and serialization.
• Contributions to open-source Python/FastAPI projects.
• Familiarity with GraphQL and its integration with FastAPI.
  
  

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a high-impact product that solves real-world challenges at scale.
• Work alongside passionate and experienced professionals in a collaborative culture.
• Access to the latest tools, technologies, and best practices.
• Competitive salary structure with attractive performance bonuses.
• Work-life balance and flexibility, with hybrid work model options.
• Career growth, continuous learning, and leadership opportunities.
  
  

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