Full Stack Engineer

Cogent Labs; Lahore; On-site; PKR 2,009,000 - 3,571,000; Full time

Job summary

Cogent Labs in Lahore is seeking a hands-on Backend Developer to build production-grade APIs using Python (Django). The role also involves frontend collaboration with React/Next.js when needed.

You will own backend design, ensure scalable communication with relational databases (PostgreSQL) and integrate services with frontend apps, while following best practices and documentation in a fast-paced engineering team.

Experience with Django REST Framework and cloud platforms like AWS is a plus.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of professional software development experience.
• Hands-on Python with Django or equivalent and REST API design.
• Good database design and SQL skills with PostgreSQL preferred.
• At least 1 year frontend exposure with React.js or Next.js; Git proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems using Python (Django).
• Build and manage RESTful APIs (preferably Django REST Framework).
• Work with PostgreSQL/MySQL databases and ensure data integrity.
• Integrate backend with frontend applications built in React.js/Next.js.
• Contribute to frontend tasks when needed and ensure code quality via reviews.
• Identify performance and scalability improvements and document solutions.

Skills

Python (Django)

REST APIs

PostgreSQL

React.js / Next.js

Git

Frontend integration

Backend architecture

Tools

Docker

AWS

Django REST Framework

Job description

Software Development Department · Full-time

Location: 552 College Road, Block 15, Sector B-1, Township, Lahore

Role

The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in building production-level backend systems and APIs, along with the ability to contribute to frontend development when required. This role requires individuals who take ownership of their work and can deliver in a fast-paced engineering environment.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 2–5 years of professional experience in software development
• Strong hands-on experience with Python (Django or equivalent)
• Experience in designing and consuming REST APIs
• Good understanding of database design and queries (PostgreSQL preferred)
• Minimum 1 year of practical frontend experience with:
• React.js or Next.js
• Familiarity with Git and version control workflows
• Understanding of backend architecture and development best practices

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Django REST Framework (DRF)
• Familiarity with Next.js concepts (SSR/SSG)
• Exposure to Docker or cloud platforms (AWS)
• Understanding of scalable system design

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems using Python (Django)
• Build and manage RESTful APIs (preferably using Django REST Framework)
• Work with relational databases such as PostgreSQL / MySQL
• Integrate backend services with frontend applications built in React.js or Next.js
• Contribute to frontend development tasks where required
• Ensure code quality through best practices, code reviews, and proper documentation
• Identify and resolve performance and scalability issues
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, QA, and product

Soft Skills

• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment