Backend Engineer (Lead) ID45551

AgileEngine; Thiruvananthapuram; Remote; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work & Local connection

Legal presence in India

Competitive Compensation in INR

Innovative Projects

Job summary

A leading software company in India is seeking a Lead Python Engineer to drive high-impact data analysis shaping product decisions. The role involves overseeing complex investigations of large datasets, mentoring a growing team, and collaborating with stakeholders to build scalable solutions. Ideal candidates have over 5 years in software development, a strong background in Python, and practical experience with AWS and REST APIs. This position offers remote work and competitive compensation in INR.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in software development.
• Significant practical experience with Python (ideally 4+ years).
• Knowledge and practical experience with AWS and/or GCP.
• Knowledge of REST APIs.
• Experience with databases like MySQL, Postgres, GBQ, Snowflake.
• Experience in unit testing development.
• Upper-Intermediate English proficiency.
• Unit testing experience.
• Team leadership & client interaction.
• Strong analytical and time management skills.
• Upper-intermediate English.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement Rudderstack transformations to optimize data flow.
• Perform data consistency analysis.
• Prototype enhancements and new features in Jupyter Notebooks.
• Analyze the impact of building and testing those requirements.

Skills

Software development

Python

Team management

AWS

REST APIs

Databases (MySQL, Postgres, GBQ, Snowflake)

Jupyter Notebook

ETL development

Unit testing development

Analytical skills

Time management

English (Upper-Intermediate)

Education

BS in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience

Tools

Jupyter Notebooks

Apache Spark

Jupyter Notebook

MySQL

PostgreSQL

BigQuery

Snowflake

Job description

AgileEngine is an Inc. 5000 company that creates award‑winning software for Fortune 500 brands and trailblazing startups across 17+ industries. We rank among the leaders in areas like application development and AI/ML, and our people‑first culture has earned us multiple Best Place to Work awards.

WHY JOIN US

If you're looking for a place to grow, make an impact, and work with people who care, we'd love to meet you!

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Lead Python Engineer, you’ll drive high‑impact data analysis that shapes product decisions and elevates the performance of internal tools. You’ll steer complex investigations across large datasets, influence feature direction through rapid prototyping, and partner closely with stakeholders to build scalable, insightful solutions. This role offers the chance to lead with deep Python expertise, mentor a growing team, and thrive in a culture that values curiosity, ownership, and high‑quality engineering.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Design and implement Rudderstack transformations to optimize data flow from high‑volume email platforms; analyze data sources from internal tools
• Perform data consistency analysis
• Prototype enhancements and new features in Jupyter Notebooks
• Analyze the impact of building and testing those requirements

MUST HAVES

• 5+ years of experience in software development
• BS in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience
• Significant practical experience with Python (ideally 4+ years)
• Knowledge and practical experience with AWS and/or GCP
• Knowledge and practical experience with REST APIs
• Knowledge and practical experience with databases: MySQL, Postgres, GBQ, Snowflake
• Knowledge and practical experience with Jupyter Notebook
• Knowledge and practical experience with ETL development
• Knowledge and practical experience with unit testing development
• Team management and direct client interaction experienceExcellent analytical and time management skills
• Upper‑Intermediate English

NICE TO HAVES

• Experience with Apache Spark
• Experience with microservices

PERKS AND BENEFITS

• Remote work & Local connection: Work where you feel most productive and connect with your team in periodic meet‑ups to strengthen your network and connect with other top experts.
• Legal presence in India: We ensure full local compliance with a structured, secure work environment tailored to Indian regulations.
• Competitive Compensation in INR: Fair compensation in INR with dedicated budgets for your personal growth, education, and wellness.
• Innovative Projects: Leverage the latest tech and create cutting‑edge solutions for world‑recognized clients and the hottest startups.

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• IT Services and IT Consulting

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