Senior Python Engineer

Description Ciklum; India; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Community focus

Growth opportunities

Learning & certifications

Internal mobility

Medical & mental health support

Financial & legal consultations

Job summary

Ciklum is seeking a Senior Python Engineer to join our India team. You will design and build scalable, production-grade backend systems using Python and FastAPI, and drive AI-driven project work across generative and agentic AI frameworks.

You’ll collaborate with data engineers, AI teams, and frontend developers to deliver end-to-end solutions, emphasizing performance, security, and scalable architecture in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in Python with hands-on experience in FastAPI.
• Experience with SQL databases and at least one RDBMS (PostgreSQL, MySQL, etc.).
• Hands-on experience with Databricks, Genie NLQ capabilities.
• Experience with at least one cloud platform (AWS or Azure).
• Solid understanding of API design, microservices, and backend best practices.
• Experience building end-to-end applications with Generative AI or Agentic AI.
• Familiarity with AWS Bedrock and AgentCore.
• Frontend development experience with React.js and Tailwind CSS.
• Knowledge of MLOps, model deployment, and AI system scalability.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance backend systems using Python and FastAPI.
• Build and deploy scalable APIs and microservices for enterprise-grade applications.
• Develop and integrate AI-driven solutions using Generative AI and Agentic AI frameworks.
• Work with SQL databases and Databricks (Genie / NLQ).
• Collaborate with data engineers, AI teams, and frontend developers to deliver end-to-end solutions.
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Ensure best practices in code quality, security, and system design.

Skills

Python

FastAPI

API design

Microservices

MLOps

Problem-solving

Communication

Tools

Databricks

Genie NLQ

AWS Bedrock

AgentCore

React.js

Tailwind CSS

Job description

Ciklum is looking for a Senior Python Engineer to join our team full-time in India.

We are a custom product engineering company that supports both multinational organizations and scaling startups to solve their most complex business challenges. With a global team of over 4,000 highly skilled developers, consultants, analysts and product owners, we engineer technology that redefines industries and shapes the way people live.

About the Role:

We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Python Engineer to design and build scalable, production-grade applications. This role requires strong backend expertise along with exposure to modern AI technologies, including Generative AI and Agentic AI systems. You will work across the full development lifecycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver robust and innovative solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance backend systems using Python and FastAPI
• Build and deploy scalable APIs and microservices for enterprise-grade applications
• Develop and integrate AI-driven solutions using Generative AI / Agentic AI frameworks
• Work with structured and semi-structured data using SQL databases and Databricks (Genie / NLQ)
• Collaborate with data engineers, AI teams, and frontend developers to deliver end-to-end solutions
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability
• Ensure best practices in code quality, security, and system design

Participate in architecture discussions and contribute to technical decision-making

Requirements:

• Strong proficiency in Python with hands-on experience in FastAPI
• Experience working with SQL and at least one RDBMS (PostgreSQL, MySQL, etc.)
• Hands-on experience with Databricks, including Genie / Natural Language Query (NLQ) capabilities
• Experience working with at least one cloud platform (AWS or Azure)

Solid understanding of API design, microservices architecture, and backend best practices

• Experience building end-to-end applications using Generative AI or Agentic AI
• Familiarity with AWS Bedrock and AgentCore
• Frontend development experience using React.js and Tailwind CSS
• Understanding of MLOps, model deployment, and AI system scalability
• Strong problem-solving mindset with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ownership-driven approach with attention to detail
• Ability to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions

What`s in it for you?

• Strong community: Work alongside top professionals in a friendly, open-door environment
• Growth focus: Take on large-scale projects with a global impact and expand your expertise
• Tailored learning: Boost your skills with internal events (meetups, conferences, workshops), Udemy access, language courses, and company-paid certifications
• Endless opportunities: Explore diverse domains through internal mobility, finding the best fit to gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies
• Care: We’ve got you covered with company-paid medical insurance, mental health support, and financial & legal consultations

About us:

At Ciklum, we are always exploring innovations, empowering each other to achieve more, and engineering solutions that matter. With us, you’ll work with cutting-edge technologies, contribute to impactful projects, and be part of a One Team culture that values collaboration and progress.
India is a strategic innovation hub for Ciklum, with growing teams in Chennai and Pune leading advancements in EdgeTech, AR/VR, IoT, and beyond. Join us to collaborate on game-changing solutions and take your career to the next level.