Lead Product Developer

ZS; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive rewards package

Flexible working model

Career progression paths

Job summary

ZS in Bengaluru is seeking a Backend Developer with 6-10 years of experience to develop and implement scalable backend systems, APIs, and microservices. The ideal candidate will have strong proficiency in Python and experience with FastAPI or similar frameworks.

This position requires a problem-solving mindset and fluency in English, with a client-first mentality.

We offer a hybrid working model and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 6-10 years' overall experience in backend development.
• Experience in building and leading strong engineering teams.
• Knowledge of AI/ML concepts and experience in integrating AI models into backend services.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement scalable backend systems, APIs, and microservices.
• Ensure high-quality work on schedule.
• Troubleshoot backend application codes.

Skills

Python

APIs

Microservices

Problem-solving skills

Frontend technologies (React.js, Vue.js, Angular)

Education

Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

FastAPI

SQL

NoSQL

AWS

Docker

Job description

ZS is a place where passion changes lives. As a management consulting and technology firm focused on improving life and how we live it, we transform ideas into impact by bringing together data, science, technology and human ingenuity to deliver better outcomes for all. Here you’ll work side-by-side with a powerful collective of thinkers and experts shaping life-changing solutions for patients, caregivers and consumers worldwide. ZSers drive impact by bringing a client-first mentality to each and every engagement. We partner collaboratively with our clients to develop custom solutions and technology products that create value and deliver company results across critical areas of their business. Bring your curiosity for learning, bold ideas, courage and passion to drive life-changing impact to ZS.

What You’ll Do

• Developing and implementing in building scalable backend systems, APIs, and microservices.
• Instill best practices for software development, ensure designs meet requirements, and deliver high-quality work on schedule.
• Writing application backend codes using Python, SQL, NoSQL
• Troubleshooting backend application codes.
• Developing and implementing back-end architecture.
• Documenting application changes and developing updates.

What You’ll Bring

• A master’s or bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field from a top university.
• 6-10 years' overall experience.
• Experience in building and leading strong engineering team.
• Strong proficiency in Python and experience with FastAPI or similar asynchronous frameworks (e.g., Flask, Django).
• Proven experience in building scalable backend systems, APIs, and microservices.
• Knowledge of AI/ML concepts and experience in integrating AI models into backend services is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with database technology such as SQL and NoSQL databases (optional).
• Experience with cloud services (AWS, GCP, Azure) and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.
• Good problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Experience in frontend technologies like React.js\Vue.js\Angular
• Fluency in English.
• Client-first mentality.
• Intense work ethic.
• Collabrative spirit and probelm-solving approach.

How you’ll grow

• Cross-functional skills development & custom learning pathways.
• Milestone training programs aligned to career progression opportunities.
• Internal mobility paths that empower growth via s-curves, individual contribution and role expansions.

Perks & Benefits

At ZS, your growth matters. We offer a comprehensive total rewards package that supports your health and well-being, financial future, time away, and professional development. With robust skills-building programs, multiple career progression paths, internal mobility, and a deeply collaborative culture, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, expand your capabilities, and thrive as part of a global community.

Hybrid working model

We are committed to giving our employees a flexible and connected way of working. A flexible and connected ZS allows us to combine work from home and on-site presence at clients/ZS offices for the majority of our week. The magic of ZS culture and innovation thrives in both planned and spontaneous face-to-face connections.

Travel

Travel is a requirement at ZS for client-facing ZSers; business needs of your project and client are the priority. While some projects may be local, all client-facing ZSers should be prepared to travel as needed. Travel provides opportunities to strengthen client relationships, gain diverse experiences, and enhance professional growth by working in different environments and cultures.

Equal Opportunity Employer

ZS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities without regard to any class protected by applicable law.