Backend Python Developer

Kavi Software Technologies; Chennai District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Kavi India Software Technologies is looking for a seasoned Back-end Developer in Chennai with 5-7 years of Python experience. You will build scalable enterprise applications, create RESTful APIs, and work with modern Python frameworks to deliver secure, high-performance services.

You will design distributed web apps and microservices, write clean code, maintain docs, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust backend systems.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in Python backend development.
• Experience building scalable, secure, high-performance enterprise applications.
• Hands-on with RESTful APIs and backend services using modern Python frameworks.
• Understanding of architecture, testing, performance optimization, security, and cloud-based development.
• Experience designing distributed web applications and microservices.

Responsibilities

• Write clean, maintainable, scalable Python code.
• Develop web apps and RESTful APIs using FastAPI, Django, or Flask.
• Use tools and best practices including Python, SQL, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Git, and REST APIs.
• Design application architecture and software specifications.
• Maintain technical documentation throughout the SDLC.
• Resolve defects and optimize performance in Python apps.
• Develop unit/integration tests to ensure quality.
• Analyze requirements and propose improvements to existing apps.
• Monitor health and provide production support as needed.
• Participate in code reviews and uphold coding standards.
• Collaborate with Product Owners, QA, DevOps, and UI teams.

Skills

Python

RESTful APIs

Web frameworks

OAuth2/JWT/SSO

Swagger/OpenAPI

Unit testing

Git

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

FastAPI

Django

Flask

SQLAlchemy

Git

OpenAPI

Job description

Back-end Developer

Kavi India Software Technologies is seeking an experienced Back-end Developer with a minimum of 5- 7 years of experience as a Python developer. You should be highly proficient in Python and have strong experience building scalable, secure, high-performance enterprise applications. You should have hands-on experience in developing RESTful APIs, web applications, and backend services using modern Python frameworks. A good understanding of software architecture, testing, performance optimization, security, and cloud-based application development is essential.

A skilled Python Developer should be capable of designing and developing highly distributed web applications, microservices, data processing applications, automation solutions, and cloud-native applications.

Responsibilities

• Write clean, maintainable, and scalable code using Python programming language.
• Develop web applications and RESTful APIs using frameworks such as FastAPI, Django, or Flask.
• Utilize established development tools, guidelines, and best practices including Python, SQL, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Git, and REST APIs.
• Design and develop technical interfaces, application architecture, and software specifications.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Prepare and maintain Python applications while resolving application defects and performance issues.
• Develop unit tests, integration tests, and automated test cases to ensure application quality.
• Enhance existing applications by analysing business requirements, preparing implementation plans, and identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Monitor application health and provide production support when required.
• Participate in code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Product Owners, QA Engineers, DevOps Engineers, and UI Developers.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• 5- 7 years of experience in Python application development.
• Proven experience as a Python Developer or Backend Application Developer.
• Experience with Python web frameworks such as FastAPI, Django, or Flask.
• Familiarity with ORM frameworks such as SQLAlchemy or Django ORM.
• Knowledge of authentication and authorization mechanisms such as OAuth2, JWT, LDAP, and SSO.
• Familiarity with API documentation tools such as Swagger/OpenAPI.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of unit testing frameworks such as PyTest or Unit Test

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)