Python Developer

Cognizant; Hyderabad, Chennai District, Bengaluru; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking an experienced Python Developer with 4 to 6 years of hands-on experience in designing, developing, and maintaining robust web applications. The ideal candidate should possess strong expertise in Python as the primary skill and Django as the secondary skill, along with experience in building scalable, high-performance applications.

You will design, develop, test, and deploy scalable applications, collaborate with cross-functional teams, optimize performance, and work with

Qualifications

• Experience: 4 to 6 years in Python development.
• Strong Python skills with Django exposure as a secondary framework.
• Experience building RESTful APIs and using ORM with SQL databases.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy scalable applications using Python.
• Develop and maintain web applications using Django.
• Write clean, reusable, and efficient code following standards.
• Build and consume RESTful APIs and integrate third-party services.
• Optimize performance, reliability, and scalability of apps.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including analysts, QA, and stakeholders.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve application issues.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement.

Skills

Python

OOP concepts

REST APIs

Tools

Django

PostgreSQL

MySQL

SQL Server

Git

Docker

AWS

Azure

GCP

Microservices

Job description

Job Summary

We are looking for a skilled Python Developer with 4 to 6 years of experience in designing, developing, and maintaining robust web applications. The ideal candidate should possess strong expertise in Python as the primary skill and Django as the secondary skill, along with experience in building scalable, high-performance applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy scalable applications using Python.


• Develop and maintain web applications using the Django framework.


• Write clean, reusable, and efficient code following coding standards and best practices.


• Build and consume RESTful APIs and integrate third-party services.


• Optimize application performance, reliability, and scalability.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including business analysts, QA teams, and stakeholders.


• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve application issues.


• Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.


• Work with databases, data models, and ORM frameworks.

Required Skills

Primary Skills

• Strong hands-on experience in Python development.


• Proficiency in object-oriented programming (OOP) concepts.


• Experience in developing REST APIs using Python frameworks.

Secondary Skills

• Strong experience with Django framework.


• Knowledge of Django ORM, authentication, middleware, and template architecture.

Additional Skills

• Experience with SQL databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, or SQL Server.


• Familiarity with Git and version control systems.


• Understanding of microservices architecture.


• Knowledge of API integration and web services.


• Experience with Docker and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP) is an added advantage.


• Strong debugging, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Mandatory Criteria

• Experience: 4 to 6 Years


• Primary Skill: Python


• Secondary Skill: Django


• Location: Chennai or Bengaluru


• Notice Period: Maximum 30 Days / Immediate Joiners Preferred

Keywords

Python, Django, REST API, ORM, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Git, Microservices, AWS, Azure, Docker, Agile Development.