Backend Python Developer

ESP Engineered; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

ESP Engineered in Bengaluru, Karnataka, seeks a skilled developer to design and maintain scalable web applications and REST APIs. Candidates should possess strong hands-on experience in Python and a relevant framework such as Django or FastAPI.

The ideal candidate will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams while ensuring code quality through best practices. Experience with SQL databases, REST API design, and AWS is important. A strong problem-solving mindset along with good communication skills is essential.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience in Python and at least one framework like Django or FastAPI.
• Strong understanding of REST APIs, API design, Postman, and Swagger/OpenAPI.
• Experience with SQL databases and exposure to MongoDB.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain scalable web applications and REST APIs.
• Take ownership of features from design to production deployment.
• Perform deep code analysis, troubleshooting, and root-cause debugging.

Skills

Python

Django or FastAPI

REST APIs

SQL databases (MySQL/PostgreSQL)

MongoDB

OOP

Git

Docker

AWS

Tools

Postman

Swagger/OpenAPI

Redis Caching

RabbitMQ

Celery

Job description

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain scalable web applications and REST APIs.
• Take ownership of features from design to production deployment.
• Perform deep code analysis, troubleshooting, and root-cause debugging of production issues.
• Apply software design patterns, coding standards, and engineering best practices to build maintainable systems.
• Collaborate with Product, QA, and Engineering teams to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to architecture and design discussions.
• Continuously improve application performance, reliability, security, and scalability.
• Document technical solutions and share knowledge within the team.

Required Skills

• Strong hands‑on experience in Python and at least one framework such as Django or FastAPI.
• Strong understanding of REST APIs, API design, Postman, and Swagger/OpenAPI.
• Experience with SQL databases (MySQL/PostgreSQL) and exposure to Mongo (NoSQL) DB.
• Good understanding of Object‑Oriented Programming (OOP), Design Patterns, SOLID Principles, and clean coding practices.
• Strong debugging and problem‑solving skills with the ability to independently investigate complex issues.
• Familiarity with Git, CI/CD pipelines, Docker, and AWS cloud platform.
• Understanding of performance optimization, caching, authentication, authorization, and application security.

What We Value

• Ownership mindset and accountability.
• Curiosity to deep dive into systems rather than relying solely on tools.
• Strong analytical thinking and structured problem‑solving.
• Ability to learn quickly and contribute across the technology stack.
• Clear communication and collaborative teamwork.

Preferred

• Experience with Redis Caching, RabbitMQ, Celery, microservices architecture, monitoring tools, and production‑scale applications will be a plus.