Lead Backend Developer – Python, Azure & AI/ML

Winzons; India; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Job summary

SOFTPATH TECH SOLUTIONS PVT LTD is seeking an experienced Lead Backend Developer to spearhead the design and implementation of scalable backend systems. You will lead architecture decisions, define data flow patterns, and drive enterprise AI platform integrations.

The role requires 8-12 years of backend experience with Python (FastAPI/Django), RESTful APIs, and microservices, along with hands-on Azure DevOps, Docker, and Kubernetes expertise.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of backend development experience.
• Strong expertise in Python and frameworks (FastAPI/Django).
• Proficient in designing RESTful APIs and microservices.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of scalable backend systems.
• Define architecture, data flow, and integration patterns for AI platforms.
• Develop and maintain high-performance backend services and APIs.
• Architect and deploy applications on Microsoft Azure with CI/CD via Azure DevOps.
• Collaborate with data teams for AI/ML data integration and model serving.
• Optimize for low latency, high throughput, and cost-efficiency.
• Ensure security, OWASP-aligned coding practices, and secure data handling.
• Mentor backend engineers and lead code reviews and technical discussions.
• Create API contracts, architecture diagrams, and integration workflows.

Skills

Python

FastAPI/Django

RESTful APIs

Microservices

Distributed systems

Azure DevOps

Docker

Kubernetes

Azure Functions

Kafka

Redis

Databricks

Tools

Azure DevOps

Docker

Kubernetes

Azure Functions

API Management

Service Bus

Job description

Company Name: SOFTPATH TECH SOLUTIONS PVT LTD

Job Role: Lead Backend Developer

Work Type: Full-Time

Job Category: Backend Development / Cloud Engineering

Experience: 8-12 Years

Location: Hyderabad, Bangalore, chenni, Pune, Mumbai

Industry: Artificial Intelligence / Enterprise Technology

Key Responsibilities :

Architecture & System Design :

• Lead the design and implementation of scalable, distributed backend systems using microservices architecture
• Define system architecture, data flow, and integration patterns for enterprise AI platforms
• Drive decisions on technology stack, scalability strategies, and performance optimization
• Design high-availability and fault-tolerant systems

Backend Development :

• Develop and maintain high-performance backend services using Python (FastAPI/Django)
• Build RESTful APIs and event-driven systems for enterprise workflows
• Implement asynchronous processing and messaging systems (e.g., Azure Service Bus, Kafka)

Cloud & DevOps (Azure) :

• Architect and deploy applications on Microsoft Azure
• App Services
• Azure Functions
• API Management
• Azure Key Vault
• Service Bus
• Lead CI/CD pipeline implementation using Azure DevOps
• Ensure containerization using Docker and orchestration via Kubernetes (AKS)
• Optimize cloud infrastructure for cost, performance, and reliability

AI/ML & Data Platform Integration :

• Collaborate with data teams to integrate :

1. LLM-based systems (RAG pipelines)
2. Knowledge graphs and AI-driven workflows

Enable backend systems to support large-scale data processing and AI model serving

Work with tools like Databricks (preferred) for data engineering workflows

Performance & Scalability :

• Optimize backend systems for low latency and high throughput
• Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks, concurrency issues, and memory constraints
• Implement caching strategies (Redis, etc.) and efficient database design

Security & Compliance :

• Implement secure coding practices aligned with OWASP standards
• Design and integrate :

1. OAuth 2.0 / OpenID Connect
2. Azure AD / Entra ID authentication

Ensure secure handling of sensitive data using encryption and Key Vault

Quality Engineering :

• Enforce best practices in :

1. Unit testing
2. Integration testing
3. Code reviews

Maintain high code quality and ensure production stability

Leadership & Mentorship :

• Lead and mentor a team of backend developers
• Drive technical design discussions and code reviews
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Frontend, AI, DevOps, Product)
• Ensure timely delivery and adherence to engineering standards

Documentation :

• Create and maintain technical documentation :

1. API contracts
2. Architecture diagrams

Integration workflows

Technical Skills Required :

Backend :

• Expert in Python
• Strong experience with FastAPI / Django
• Deep understanding of RESTful APIs and microservices architect