Software Developer

Overview

Role Summary :

We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer (Backend) with strong experience in Python and Django to build scalable, high-quality backend systems for our SaaS product. This is a hands-on individual contributor role with technical ownership and influence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Python and Django

• Build and maintain REST APIs, background jobs, and integrations

• Own features end-to-end from design to production support

• Contribute to core backend frameworks and reusable modules

• Review code and ensure best practices, performance, and scalability

• Provide technical guidance to junior and mid-level engineers

• Collaborate with Product, QA, and DevOps teams

Required Skills & Experience:

• 47+ years of backend development experience

• Strong proficiency in Python and Django

• Experience with Django ORM, REST APIs, and authentication/authorization

• Hands-on experience with PostgreSQL or MySQL

• Familiarity with background processing (Redis or similar)

• Experience working on SaaS or product-based platforms

Good to Have:

• Experience with multi-tenant SaaS architecture

• Knowledge of Redis, caching, or message queues

• Exposure to performance optimization and scaling

• Experience with Docker and CI/CD pipelines

• Prior experience mentoring or guiding engineers

Collaboration:

• Work closely with Product, QA, and DevOps teams

• Provide technical inputs during requirement discussions

• Identify technical risks early and propose practical solutions

Technical Guidance & Grooming:

• Support junior and mid-level engineers through technical discussions and reviews

• Participate in design and grooming sessions

• Help establish and reinforce consistent backend development practices