Python backend developer

Ascendion Engineering; India; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascendion is looking for a Python Backend Developer to join our Gurugram team. In this role you will develop, maintain, and enhance scalable backend applications using Python.

You will build RESTful APIs, work with Django/Flask/FastAPI, and design databases using SQL and NoSQL. Collaborate across teams and adopt CI/CD practices for reliable delivery.

Qualifications

• Python proficiency with hands-on development experience.
• Experience with Django, Flask, or FastAPI.
• Strong REST API and microservices knowledge.
• SQL databases (PostgreSQL/MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB).
• Git for version control and CI/CD practices.
• Cloud platforms AWS/Azure/GCP exposure.
• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enhance scalable backend applications using Python.
• Build and integrate RESTful APIs and backend services.
• Work with frameworks such as Django, Flask, or FastAPI.
• Design and optimize databases using SQL/NoSQL technologies.
• Write clean, reusable, and maintainable Python code.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and improve application performance.
• Collaborate with frontend developers, QA engineers, DevOps, and product teams.
• Implement unit testing, code reviews, and best development practices.
• Work with Git and CI/CD processes.
• Deploy and support applications in cloud environments such as AWS/Azure/GCP.

Skills

Python programming

REST API

OOP

Debugging

Tools

Django/Flask/FastAPI

SQL (PostgreSQL/MySQL)

NoSQL (MongoDB)

Git

CI/CD

Cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Job description

About Ascendion

Ascendion is a leader in AI-Native platform driven software engineering company that underwrites outcomes, helping businesses innovate faster, smarter, and with greater impact. We partner with Global 2000 clients across North America, UK, Europe, and APAC to solve complex challenges in data, experience design, software product engineering, and workforce transformation. Powered by expert engineers, thousands of AI agents, and our Engineering to the Power of AI™ (EngineeringAI) method, we deliver measurable outcomes that build trust, unlock value, and accelerate growth. Learn more at ascendion.com

Ascendion | Engineering to elevate life

We have a culture built on opportunity, inclusion, and a spirit of partnership. Come, change the world with us:

• Build the coolest tech for world's leading brands
• Solve complex problems – and learn new skills
• Experience the power of transforming digital engineering for Fortune 500 clients
• Master your craft with leading training programs and hands‑on experience

Experience a community of change makers! Join a culture of high‑performing innovators with endless ideas and a passion for tech. Our culture is the fabric of our company, and it is what makes us unique and diverse. The way we share ideas, learning, experiences, successes, and joy allows everyone to be their best at Ascendion.

About the Role

We are looking for a Python Backend Developer to join our team. In this role, you will develop, maintain, and enhance scalable backend applications using Python.

Job Title: Python Backend Developer

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and enhance scalable backend applications using Python.
• Build and integrate RESTful APIs and backend services.
• Work with frameworks such as Django, Flask, or FastAPI.
• Design and optimize databases using SQL/NoSQL technologies.
• Write clean, reusable, and maintainable Python code.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and improve application performance.
• Collaborate with frontend developers, QA engineers, DevOps, and product teams.
• Implement unit testing, code reviews, and best development practices.
• Work with Git and CI/CD processes.
• Deploy and support applications in cloud environments such as AWS/Azure/GCP.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Python – strong proficiency
• Django / Flask / FastAPI
• REST API / Microservices
• SQL – PostgreSQL/MySQL
• NoSQL – MongoDB or similar
• Git
• Unit Testing – PyTest/Unittest
• Docker
• CI/CD
• Cloud – AWS/Azure/GCP
• Good understanding of OOP, data structures, algorithms, and design patterns
• Strong debugging and problem‑solving skills

Location: Gurugram