Backend Python Developer

Siemens; Chennai District; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens Chennai-based team is seeking a skilled Python backend developer to build scalable services using FastAPI, Django, or Twisted. You will implement APIs, manage asynchronous processes, and collaborate with product and DevOps to deliver reliable software.

You will design data workflows with Apache Airflow and real-time messaging with Apache Kafka, ensuring performance and distributed integrity across systems.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience in Python development.
• Strong proficiency in Python programming.
• Hands-on experience with FastAPI, Django, and/or Twisted frameworks.
• Strong understanding of asynchronous programming and distributed systems.
• Experience with Apache Airflow for workflow orchestration and ETL pipelines.
• Experience with Apache Kafka for real-time messaging and event-driven architecture.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable backend services using Python frameworks such as FastAPI, Django, or Twisted
• Develop and manage ETL workflows using Apache Airflow
• Implement real-time messaging and event-driven systems using Apache Kafka
• Contribute to system architecture, design discussions, and technical decision-making
• Optimize applications for performance, scalability, and reliability
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex system issues
• Work closely with product, DevOps, and engineering teams
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to continuous delivery
• Support integration, testing, and deployment activities

Skills

Python

Async programming

FastAPI

Django

Twisted

Airflow

Kafka

Distributed systems

Analytical thinking

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Design and develop scalable backend services using Python frameworks such as FastAPI, Django, or Twisted

• Build and manage asynchronous, high-performance applications
• Develop and maintain APIs and backend logic for enterprise applications

Data & Event Processing:

• Develop and manage ETL workflows using Apache Airflow
• Implement real-time messaging and event-driven systems using Apache Kafka
• Ensure efficient data processing across distributed systems

System Design & Optimization:

• Contribute to system architecture, design discussions, and technical decision-making
• Optimize applications for performance, scalability, and reliability
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex system issues

Collaboration:

• Work closely with product, DevOps, and engineering teams
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to continuous delivery
• Support integration, testing, and deployment activities

What You’ll Bring (Required Skills & Experience):

• 3+ years of professional experience in Python development
• Strong proficiency in Python programming
• Hands‑on experience with FastAPI, Django, and/or Twisted frameworks
• Strong understanding of asynchronous programming and distributed systems
• Experience with Apache Airflow for workflow orchestration and ETL pipelines
• Experience with Apache Kafka for real-time messaging and event-driven architecture
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Nice to Have:

• Experience with microservices architecture
• Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Familiarity with containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices

Soft Skills (The Extra Spark’ We’re Looking For):

• Ownership & Accountability: Takes responsibility for deliverables and outcomes
• Analytical Thinking: Ability to solve complex technical problems
• Collaboration: Works effectively across cross-functional teams
• Communication: Clearly articulates technical concepts and ideas
• Continuous Learning: Passion for new technologies and improvement

What You Can Expect From Us:

• Opportunity to work on scalable, distributed backend systems
• Exposure to modern technologies and real-time data platforms
• A collaborative Agile culture focused on innovation and quality
• A workplace that encourages growth, ownership, and learning