Backend Developer - Python

SWITS DIGITAL Private Limited; Chennai; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

SWITS DIGITAL Private Limited in Chennai seeks an experienced Python Developer to build scalable backend applications using Python, FastAPI, and AWS serverless services. The role focuses on REST API development, integration, and performance optimization.

You will work with AWS Lambda, API Gateway, and serverless architecture to deliver secure, scalable solutions and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet business requirements. On-site role in Chennai, India.

Qualifications

• Hands-on Python backend development experience.
• Experience with FastAPI and REST API development.
• Practical AWS Lambda and API Gateway experience.
• Understanding of serverless architecture and cloud-native app development.
• Experience in integration, debugging and performance optimization.
• Knowledge of Git, unit testing and software development best practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain backend applications using Python and FastAPI.
• Build and deploy serverless applications using AWS Lambda and API Gateway.
• Develop, integrate, and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Implement secure, scalable, and high-performance application components.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver features based on requirements.
• Support CI/CD pipelines, deployment, monitoring, and production troubleshooting.

Skills

Python

AWS

API Gateway

AWS Lambda

Serverless Architecture

FastAPI

Application Development

Job description

Job Description: Python Developer

Job Title

Python Developer

Primary Skills

Python, AWS, API Gateway, AWS Lambda, Serverless Architecture, FastAPI, Application Development

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Python Developer with strong expertise in application development, AWS cloud services, and serverless architecture. The ideal candidate should have hands‑on experience developing scalable backend applications and REST APIs using Python and FastAPI, with AWS API Gateway and Lambda for building and deploying serverless solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain backend applications using Python and FastAPI.
• Build and deploy serverless applications using AWS Lambda and API Gateway.
• Develop, integrate, and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Implement secure, scalable, and high-performance application components.
• Integrate applications with AWS services, databases, and third‑party APIs.
• Develop reusable modules, write clean and maintainable code, and follow coding standards.
• Troubleshoot application issues, perform debugging, and optimize application performance.
• Participate in code reviews, technical discussions, and application design activities.
• Support CI/CD pipelines, application deployment, monitoring, and production troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver application features based on business requirements.

Mandatory Technical Skills

• Strong hands‑on experience in Python application development.
• Experience with FastAPI and REST API development.
• Practical experience with AWS Lambda and Amazon API Gateway.
• Understanding of serverless architecture and cloud‑native application development.
• Experience in application integration, debugging, and performance optimization.
• Knowledge of Git, unit testing, and software development best practices.