Python Lead/Architect

Persistent; Pune District; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work hours

Annual health check-up

Insurance coverage: group term life

Job summary

Persistent is seeking a seasoned Python Lead/Architect in Pune to define technical architecture and lead multi-project delivery of enterprise-grade applications. The role emphasizes hands-on Python expertise with Django, Flask, and FastAPI, plus strong leadership for teams across backend, AI, and cloud-native initiatives.

The ideal candidate will drive architecture decisions, mentor engineers, and implement scalable, secure, and resilient systems while integrating AI-powered workflows and modern

Qualifications

• 12+ years of software development with Python
• Experience with Python frameworks Django/Flask/FastAPI
• Designing large-scale enterprise applications and solution architectures
• Knowledge of microservices and distributed systems
• Hands-on with Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms
• Experience with CI/CD and DevOps practices
• Familiarity with Generative AI, LLMs, and AI orchestration

Responsibilities

• Architect and lead enterprise-scale web applications using Python, Django, Flask, and FastAPI
• Develop backend services and RESTful APIs with asynchronous programming
• Lead integration with third-party systems and enterprise apps
• Design scalable architectures using microservices and distributed systems
• Implement Generative AI-powered solutions and AI orchestration
• Collaborate with frontend, DevOps, and product teams to deliver solutions
• Define API governance, security controls, and development best practices
• Mentor teams and drive architectural reviews and improvements
• Support production environments and drive continuous improvement
• Stay updated with AI trends and cloud-native architectures

Skills

Python

Django

Flask

FastAPI

React.js

REST APIs

Microservices

Kafka

RabbitMQ

Celery

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

GCP

CI/CD

DevOps

Generative AI

LLMs

Prompt engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Kafka

RabbitMQ

Celery

OpenAPI/Swagger

Job description

AboutPosition:

We are seeking a highly experienced Python Lead/Architect with deep expertise in Python development, modern web architectures, and Generative AI technologies. The ideal candidate will be responsible for defining technical architecture, leading development teams, and delivering scalable enterprise-grade applications using Python, Django, Flask, FastAPI, and cloud-native technologies. This role requires a strong blend of hands-on technical expertise, solution architecture capabilities, leadership skills, and experience implementing AI-powered business solutions.

• Role: Python Lead/Architect
• Location: Pune
• Experience: Between 12 to 17 Years
• Job Type: Full Time Employment

WhatYou'llDo:

• Architect and lead the development of enterprise-scale web applications using Python-based frameworks and modern frontend technologies.
• Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Python, Django, Flask, FastAPI, and asynchronous programming frameworks.
• Develop and integrate RESTful APIs, microservices, and event-driven services.
• Lead integration initiatives with third-party systems, external platforms, and enterprise applications.
• Design scalable and resilient application architectures leveraging microservices and distributed systems principles.
• Implement Generative AI-powered solutions and integrate Large Language Models into enterprise workflows.
• Design and build AI-enabled applications utilizing prompt engineering, intelligent automation, and AI orchestration frameworks.
• Collaborate with frontend developers, DevOps engineers, architects, and product managers to deliver business solutions.
• Define API governance standards, security controls, and development best practices.
• Optimize applications for scalability, performance, security, availability, and maintainability.
• Design messaging and event-processing solutions using Kafka, RabbitMQ, and related technologies.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines, deployment automation, and DevOps best practices.
• Conduct architecture reviews, code reviews, and solution design assessments.
• Mentor development teams and provide technical leadership across multiple projects.
• Support production environments, troubleshoot critical issues, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies, AI trends, cloud-native architectures, and industry best practices.

ExpertiseYou'llBring:

• 12 to 17 years of software development experience with extensive expertise in Python application development.
• Strong hands-on experience with Python frameworks including Django, Flask, and FastAPI.
• Proven experience designing and implementing large-scale enterprise applications and solution architectures.
• Strong understanding of software architecture principles, object-oriented design, and design patterns.
• Experience developing event-driven and asynchronous applications.
• Hands-on expertise with Kafka, RabbitMQ, Celery, and messaging platforms.
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture and distributed systems.
• Experience designing and developing RESTful APIs and OpenAPI/Swagger-based services.
• Strong backend development expertise including API design, business logic implementation, and integration services.
• Experience with React.js and modern frontend application development.
• Expertise in database design, optimization, and development using PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Oracle, or equivalent databases.
• Experience integrating third-party APIs and enterprise business systems.
• Hands-on experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and containerized application deployments.
• Strong cloud experience with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines, automated testing frameworks, and DevOps methodologies.
• Knowledge of Generative AI technologies, LLMs, prompt engineering, RAG architectures, and AI orchestration frameworks.
• Experience building AI-powered enterprise solutions and integrating AI services into business applications.
• Strong understanding of security best practices, authentication, authorization, and secure API development.
• Experience working in Agile and Scrum-based development environments.
• Exceptional leadership, stakeholder management, mentoring, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead technical discussions, architecture reviews, and engineering transformation initiatives.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving capabilities.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
• Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
• Annual health check-ups
• Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Values-Driven,People-Centric&InclusiveWorkEnvironment:

Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

• We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
• Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
• If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment.

"Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind."