Senior Software Engineer (Python)

Netstratum; Ernakulam; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Netstratum in India seeks a Senior Python Developer to lead design and delivery of scalable enterprise applications. You will be hands-on, mentor a team, own project outcomes, and interact with customers to translate requirements into robust technical solutions.

Full-stack exposure with React/Node.js is a plus; experience with data-intensive apps and the Microsoft ecosystem will add value for API development and system integration tasks.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software development experience with strong Python expertise.
• Experience building scalable backend applications in Python.
• Proven track record leading or guiding a development team.
• Hands-on coding, debugging, and code review skills.
• Experience in API development and system integration.
• Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Strong customer communication and requirement gathering skills.
• Ownership of projects from analysis to delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and delivery of scalable applications using Python.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to the development team.
• Remain hands-on with coding, reviews, debugging, and problem-solving.
• Take end-to-end ownership of technical deliverables and ensure timely delivery.
• Interact directly with customers to understand requirements.
• Translate customer requirements into technical solutions and implementation plans.
• Design and develop APIs, backend services, integrations, and data processing components.
• Collaborate with frontend, product, QA, and other teams to deliver end-to-end solutions.
• Mentor team members and ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.
• Identify technical risks and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Python

Backend development

API development

Team leadership

Code reviews and debugging

Tools

Git

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Python Developer to lead the design and development of scalable enterprise applications. The ideal candidate will be a hands‑on developer who can lead a technical team, take ownership of project delivery, and interact directly with customers to understand requirements and translate them into effective technical solutions. Full‑stack experience with React and/or Node.js is an added advantage. Experience working on data‑intensive applications and within the Microsoft ecosystem will also be valuable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and delivery of scalable applications using Python
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to the development team
• Remain hands‑on with coding, code reviews, debugging, and technical problem‑solving
• Take end‑to‑end ownership of technical deliverables and ensure timely, high‑quality delivery
• Interact directly with customers to understand business and technical requirements
• Translate customer requirements into appropriate technical solutions and implementation plans
• Design and develop APIs, backend services, integrations, and data processing components
• Collaborate with frontend, product, QA, and other engineering teams to deliver end‑to‑end solutions
• Mentor team members and ensure adherence to coding standards and development best practices
• Identify technical risks, resolve development challenges, and drive continuous improvement

Must Have Skills

• 5+ years of software development experience, with strong hands‑on expertise in Python
• Strong experience in Python application/backend development, including building scalable and maintainable applications
• Proven experience in leading or technically guiding a development team
• Strong hands‑on coding, debugging, code review, and problem‑solving skills
• Experience in API development and system integration
• Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions
• Strong customer communication skills, with experience participating in technical discussions and requirement gathering
• Demonstrated ability to take ownership of projects and technical deliverables from requirement analysis through implementation
• Good understanding of software development best practices, Git workflows, testing, and code quality

Good To Have Skills

• Full stack development experience with React and/or Node.js
• Experience working on data‑intensive or data handling projects, including processing, transformation, integration, or management of large datasets
• Experience with the Microsoft ecosystem, particularly SharePoint or related Microsoft platforms and services

Netstratum offers innovative and excellent IT solutions globally with a talented workforce and select partners. We reduce IT development costs and increase profit share through high‑quality software development services and easy access, ensuring reliability and convenience with our global presence and time zone.