Senior Python AWS Developer

SWITS DIGITAL Private Limited; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT services company is seeking a Senior Python AWS Developer in Chennai. The role involves designing, developing, and maintaining scalable cloud-based applications. Candidates should have over 7 years of experience in Python and AWS services. Responsibilities include building backend applications, deploying on AWS cloud infrastructure, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field is required, along with strong proficiency in RESTful APIs and CI/CD processes.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of strong proficiency in Python.
• Extensive experience with AWS services.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend applications using Python.
• Build and deploy applications on AWS cloud infrastructure.
• Develop and consume RESTful APIs.

Job description

Job Title: Senior Python AWS Developer

Experience: 7–10 Years

Location: Chennai

Employment Type: Full-Time (WFO)

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Senior Python Developer with strong AWS expertise to design, develop, and maintain scalable cloud-based applications. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience in building backend systems, working with AWS services, and deploying applications in production environments. The role involves close collaboration with cross‑functional teams to deliver high‑quality, secure, and performance‑driven solutions aligned with business requirements.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend applications using Python
• Build and deploy applications on AWS cloud infrastructure
• Develop and consume RESTful APIs
• Work with AWS services such as EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, DynamoDB, CloudWatch
• Implement serverless and microservices‑based architectures
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and security
• Manage CI/CD pipelines for automated builds and deployments
• Collaborate with DevOps, QA, and frontend teams
• Troubleshoot production issues and provide root cause analysis
• Ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices
• Mentor junior developers and conduct code reviews

Required Skills

Primary Skills

• Strong proficiency in Python (7+ years)
• Extensive experience with AWS services
• Experience in frameworks such as Django, Flask, FastAPI
• Strong knowledge of REST APIs
• Experience with SQL & NoSQL databases
• Hands‑on experience with Linux/Unix environments

Cloud & DevOps

• AWS: EC2, S3, Lambda, IAM, RDS, DynamoDB, CloudFormation
• CI/CD tools: Jenkins, GitLab CI, AWS CodePipeline
• Containerization: Docker (Kubernetes is a plus)
• Version control: Git

Additional Skills

• Knowledge of Microservices architecture
• Understanding of Security, Authentication, and Authorization
• Experience with monitoring/logging tools
• Agile/Scrum methodology experience

Nice to Have

• AWS Certifications (Associate / Professional)
• Experience with Terraform
• Exposure to event‑driven architectures
• Experience in high‑availability and scalable systems

Education

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

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting