Senior Backend Engineer

Arcana; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company is seeking a seasoned Senior Backend Engineer to join our dynamic team in Bengaluru. This pivotal role requires a strong background in backend development, focusing on Python, to architect and enhance complex systems for optimal performance and reliability. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in a production environment, with a solid grasp of data structures, algorithms, and system design principles. If you're ready to take on the challenge, apply now.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in backend development with Python in a production environment.
• Experience in scaling compute and I/O-intensive applications.
• Strong foundation in computer science principles.

Responsibilities

• Architect and elevate backend systems using Python.
• Optimize application performance for speed and scalability.
• Collaborate with teams to translate requirements into sustainable architectures.

Skills

Backend development

Python

Data structures

Algorithms

System design

Concurrency management

Performance optimization

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

Redis

PostgreSQL

ClickHouse

Job description

Join our dynamic team at the forefront of cutting-edge technology as we seek a seasoned Senior Backend Engineer. Embark on a journey where your deep-rooted expertise in computer science fundamentals, alongside an intricate understanding of data structures, algorithms, and system design, becomes the cornerstone of innovative solutions. This pivotal role not only demands your proficiency in developing and elevating compute and I/O-intensive applications but also ensures their peak performance and unwavering reliability.

Responsibilities

• Architect, refine, and elevate the capabilities of complex backend systems using Python, with a laser focus on efficiency, durability, and scale.
• Elevate application performance, optimizing for speed, scalability, and resource allocation.
• Forge robust methodologies to manage high concurrency and vast data volumes, setting new industry benchmarks.
• Collaborate intimately with engineering and product peers to crystallize requirements into resilient, scalable architectures.
• Demonstrate proficiency with advanced storage solutions and databases like Redis, PostgreSQL, and ClickHouse, enhancing system integrity.
• Champion coding excellence, testing rigor, and deployment precision, driving best practices across the development lifecycle.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in backend development with Python in a production environment.
• Proven experience in scaling compute and I/O-intensive applications.
• Strong foundation in computer science, with a deep understanding of data structures, algorithms, and system design principles.
• Experience in handling concurrent requests at scale and optimizing large-scale systems for performance and reliability.
• Familiarity with database technologies such as Redis, PostgreSQL, and ClickHouse.
• Experience in the financial sector, particularly in developing fintech applications or systems, is a plus.
• Solid understanding of software development life cycle, continuous integration, and continuous delivery (CI/CD) practices.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and strong communication skills.