Python Developer

The HIRD; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

The HIRD is seeking a Python AWS Developer to join our engineering team. You will design and build scalable backend systems on AWS, with a focus on serverless and microservices architectures.

You will collaborate across DevOps, QA, and product teams in an Agile environment, implementing SOLID design principles, patterns, and robust REST APIs to deliver reliable cloud-native solutions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Python development.
• Strong understanding of system design and software architecture.
• Hands-on experience with design patterns and SOLID principles.
• Expertise in AWS cloud services.
• Strong experience with AWS Lambda.
• Experience with at least 3 AWS services (EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, ECS/EKS, API Gateway).
• Experience with REST APIs and microservices architecture.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and Git.
• Good problem-solving and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications using Python.
• Build and deploy cloud-native solutions on AWS.
• Develop serverless applications using AWS Lambda and related cloud services.
• Participate in system architecture, technical design discussions, and code reviews.
• Implement clean, maintainable, and reusable code following SOLID principles and design patterns.
• Create Low-Level Design (LLD) documents and technical specifications.
• Optimize application performance, reliability, and scalability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including DevOps, QA, and Product teams.
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues efficiently.

Skills

Python

System design

Design patterns

SOLID principles

AWS cloud services

AWS Lambda

REST APIs

Microservices architecture

Git & CI/CD

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in CS/Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform/CloudFormation

Git

Job description

About the Role:

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Python AWS Developer to join our engineering team. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Python development, cloud-native application design, AWS services, and software architecture principles. This role requires hands‑on experience in designing scalable applications, implementing robust backend systems, and working in a collaborative Agile environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications using Python
• Build and deploy cloud-native solutions on AWS
• Develop serverless applications using AWS Lambda and related cloud services
• Participate in system architecture, technical design discussions, and code reviews
• Implement clean, maintainable, and reusable code following SOLID principles and design patterns
• Create Low-Level Design (LLD) documents and technical specifications
• Optimize application performance, reliability, and scalability
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including DevOps, QA, and Product teams
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues efficiently

Mandatory Skills & Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in Python development
• Strong understanding of System Design and Software Architecture
• Hands‑on experience with Design Patterns and SOLID Principles
• Expertise in AWS Cloud Services
• Strong experience with AWS Lambda
• Experience with at least 3 AWS services such as:
• EC2
• S3
• RDS
• Lambda
• ECS/EKS
• API Gateway
• Strong understanding of Low-Level Design (LLD)
• Experience with REST APIs and microservices architecture
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and version control systems like Git
• Good problem‑solving and analytical skills

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes
• Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (Terraform/Cloud Formation)
• Exposure to Agile/Scrum methodologies
• Understanding of database optimization and performance tuning

Education:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field