Tech Lead - Backend (Python Django)

Toprankers; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Toprankers is searching for a skilled Tech Lead based in Bengaluru, Karnataka. The role involves architecting scalable backend systems, optimizing performance, and managing cloud infrastructure to ensure seamless product delivery across India.

The ideal candidate should possess deep knowledge in Python Django, AWS, and strong mentoring capabilities. Join us in driving technical excellence and delivering high-quality products for millions of learners.

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in Python Django and working knowledge of PHP.
• Experience in REST APIs, ORM, caching, and distributed backend architectures.
• Hands-on experience with AWS stack including EC2, S3, and Networking/VPC.
• Proven track record in performance engineering for large-scale applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead and architect scalable backend systems for both Web and Mobile applications.
• Review code, enforce engineering standards, and ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Manage and optimize AWS infrastructure for system reliability.
• Collaborate closely with Product, QA, and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Python Django

PHP

REST APIs

Performance engineering

MySQL

MongoDB

Firebase

WebSockets

AWS (EC2, S3)

CI/CD pipelines

GenAI & LLM integrations

Tools

GitLab

RabbitMQ

Celery

Job description

About The Role

We are looking for a highly skilled Tech Lead who can architect robust systems, guide the engineering team, and drive technical excellence across our product ecosystem. This role involves leading backend development, optimizing complex architectures, managing cloud infrastructure, and ensuring smooth, scalable product delivery for millions of learners across India.

Core Technical Skills (Mandatory)

• Backend & Programming
  • Strong expertise in Python Django (Primary) with working knowledge of PHP
  • Experience in REST APIs, ORM, caching, and distributed backend architectures
  • Proficiency in performance engineering for large-scale applications
• Databases
  • MySQL / MongoDB schema design, performance tuning, and indexing
• Messaging, Streaming & Realtime Systems
  • Experience with Firebase, WebSockets, RabbitMQ, Celery/Async task execution
  • Understanding of HLS video encoding and streaming pipelines
• Cloud & DevOps
  • Hands-on experience with the AWS stack including EC2, ALB, S3, Networking/VPC, Route53, CloudWatch
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and GitLab-based deployments
  • Strong debugging and production monitoring skills
• AI & Integrations
  • Exposure to GenAI & LLM integrations, including RAG implementation
  • Experience in integrating with CRM systems, Zoom, and social platforms
• Bonus Skills
  • Exposure to Android and iOS application development
  • Experience building Assessment Engines or LMS platforms

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and architect scalable backend systems for both Web and Mobile applications
• Review code, enforce engineering standards, and ensure high-quality deliverables
• Monitor application health, optimize performance, and proactively address bottlenecks
• Manage and optimize AWS infrastructure, ensuring system reliability and cost efficiency
• Solve scaling, performance, and reliability challenges across multiple platforms
• Own deployments, debugging, production stability, and incident management
• Collaborate closely with Product, QA, DevOps, and cross-functional teams to deliver seamless product experiences
• Drive documentation, process improvements, and best engineering practices

You Will Be a Great Match If You

• Take full ownership of delivery, timelines, and technical outcomes
• Are passionate about engineering excellence and continuous improvement
• Thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth, product-driven environment
• Enjoy mentoring developers and uplifting the overall technical bar
• Are proactive, solution-oriented, and love solving complex technical challenges