Technical Lead – Python

Techversantinfotech; Ernakulam; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Techversantinfotech is seeking a Python Lead located in Ernakulam, Kerala. This role requires a strong technical leader who will drive architecture and solve engineering challenges while mentoring teams.

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of experience in software engineering with a deep expertise in Python and its frameworks. This position offers an opportunity to build AI-enabled applications and ensure high-quality delivery across scalable backend systems.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of software engineering experience with strong hands-on development expertise in Python.
• Proven experience leading technical teams and large-scale software initiatives.
• Strong background in architecture, system design, scalability, performance optimization, and security.

Responsibilities

• Own the design and architecture of scalable backend systems and AI-enabled applications.
• Lead technical design discussions and translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Mentor developers and promote coding best practices.

Skills

Python

Django

Flask

FastAPI

REST APIs

GraphQL

Microservices

AWS

Azure

GCP

Education

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

Job description

What’s Important to Us

We are seeking a strong technical leader who can drive architecture, solve complex engineering challenges, mentor teams, build AI-enabled applications, and ensure high-quality delivery.

As a Python Lead, you will own the design, architecture, and delivery of scalable backend systems, AI-enabled applications, and cloud-native platforms.

Experience & Qualifications

• 7+ years of software engineering experience with strong hands‑on development expertise in Python.
• Proven experience leading technical teams and large-scale software initiatives.
• Strong background in architecture, system design, scalability, performance optimization, and security.
• Experience building enterprise‑grade cloud-native applications.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

Core Technical Skills

Python & Backend Development

• Strong expertise in Python and frameworks such as Django, Flask, FastAPI.
• Experience building REST APIs, GraphQL services, microservices, and distributed systems.
• Strong understanding of scalable backend architecture and API design.
• Strong experience with relational and NoSQL databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis, or Elasticsearch.
• Knowledge of database design, query optimization, and performance tuning.
• Frontend collaboration with working knowledge of HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, and frameworks such as ReactJS and Angular. Skilled in partnering with frontend teams to deliver seamless full‑stack solutions.

Architecture, Cloud & DevOps

• Strong working knowledge of software architecture including microservices, event‑driven systems, and distributed architectures.
• Hands‑on experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines, and Infrastructure as Code.

Engineering Excellence & AI

• Strong commitment to clean coding principles, design patterns, code reviews, and best engineering practices.
• Experience in unit testing, integration testing, and automated quality checks.
• Exposure to AI‑driven development, LLM integrations, automation tools, or modern AI ecosystems is a strong advantage.
• Experience with monitoring, logging, alerting, and incident management.
• Strong focus on system reliability, performance, and SLA adherence.

Leadership and Soft Skills

• Lead technical design and architecture discussions.
• Translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions.
• Provide effort estimations and technical guidance.
• Mentor developers and drive engineering excellence.
• Promote best practices in architecture, coding, quality, and delivery.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Ability to work effectively in cross‑functional and distributed teams.