Opportunities with HCLTech - Python - (Fresher)

HCLTech; Chennai District, Bengaluru; On-site; INR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

HCLTech is seeking an entry level Python developer to build backend services and automation scripts in Chennai. You will work on Python applications, REST API integrations, and data handling tasks while learning AI-enabled development practices.

Ideal candidates have strong problem solving, basic SQL, Git, and a willingness to learn modern frameworks and tools in a fast-paced Agile environment.

Qualifications

• Strong python fundamentals and OOP knowledge.
• Experience with basic SQL and relational databases.
• Familiarity with REST APIs and JSON payloads.
• Basic debugging, testing and documentation skills.
• English proficiency for collaboration in Agile/Scrum teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain applications using Python.
• Build and integrate REST APIs (Flask/FastAPI/Django).
• Handle business logic, validations and error handling.
• Work with JSON payloads and API integrations.
• Write basic unit tests and document code and APIs.

Skills

Python Fundamentals

Problem Solving

OOP Concepts

Git Basics

SQL Fundamentals

Data Structures

OS/Networking Basics

AI Awareness

REST API Basics

Linux Commands

Education

BE/B.Tech - Computer Science / IT / Software Engineering

Tools

PostgreSQL

MySQL

MongoDB (basics)

Flask/FastAPI/Django basics

Docker basics

Job description

Python (Beginner / Entry Level)

Role Description

Backend / Service Development

• Develop and maintain applications using Python
• Build and integrate REST APIs (e.g., using Flask/FastAPI/Django based on project stack)
• Implement business logic, validations, and error handling
• Work with JSON payloads and API integrations

Automation & Scripting

• Write automation scripts for routine tasks (data extraction, processing, monitoring, workflow automation)
• Improve efficiency through reusable utilities and modular code

Database & Data Handling

• Work with databases such as PostgreSQL / MySQL (and basics of NoSQL like MongoDB if needed)
• Write SQL queries, joins, and basic optimization
• Perform CRUD operations and handle structured/unstructured data

Quality, Debugging & Documentation

• Debug issues, fix defects, and improve application stability
• Write basic unit tests and follow coding standards
• Document code, APIs, and workflows

AI & Intelligent Application Development (Exposure Level)

• Use Python libraries for AI / ML fundamentals (e.g., NumPy, Pandas awareness level)
• Understand how AI/ML models are integrated into applications
• Work with AIassisted coding and data analysis tools
• Apply AI concepts to enhance application functionality and automation

Collaboration & Delivery

• Work in Agile/Scrum teams and participate in sprint ceremonies
• Collaborate with UI, QA, DevOps, and business stakeholders
• Participate in code reviews and continuous learning sessions

Skill Set Required

Technical Skills Role Based Expectations

Mandatory Skills

Python Fundamentals

• Data types, control flow, functions
• OOP concepts (classes, inheritance, polymorphism)
• Modules, packages, file handling
• Exception handling

Problem Solving

• Strong ogical reasoning and coding ability
• Basic data structures (lists, tuples, sets, dictionaries)

Database Fundamentals

• SQL fundamentals
• Experience with at least one RDBMS (MySQL / PostgreSQL)

Version Control

• Git basics (commit, branch, merge, PR awareness)

Computer Science Basics

• Basic understanding of OS/processes and networking concepts (HTTP)

AI Knowledge (Expected Basic Awareness)

• Conceptual understanding of AI / Machine Learning fundamentals
• Awareness of Generative AI and AI usage in software development
• Exposure to AI tools, courses, or certifications is an added advantage

Good to Have (Trainable / Awareness Level)

• REST API development using Flask/FastAPI/Django basics
• JSON,API testing basics (Postman)
• Pandas / NumPy awareness
• Basic ML concepts (supervised vs unsupervised awareness)
• Unit testing basics (pytest/unittest)
• Working knowledge of Linux commands
• Basic cloud awareness (Azure/AWS fundamentals)
• Familiarity with containers (Docker basics) optional

Behavioral & Soft Skills

• Strong problem-solving and logical thinking
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies
• Good communication skills
• Team player with a positive attitude
• Ability to work in a fastpaced, project-driven environment

Python / Programming

• Python Institute: PCAP / PCEP
• Coursera / edX Python certifications (foundation level)

Cloud (Optional)

• AWS Cloud Practitioner / Azure Fundamentals

Language skills

• English: Professional working proficiency (mandatory)
• Ability to communicate technical ideas clearly in written and verbal form

Educational Qualification

• Education
• BE/B.Tech - Computer Science, IT, Software Engineering, Electronics, Data Science or related fields
• Graduation Year: - 2026 Batch
• Academic Criteria:
• Minimum 70% or equivalent CGPA across academics