Backend Developer – Python/FastAPI - Perm

ELEVUS ‑ PEOPLE & BUSINESS RESULTS, LDA; Doha; On-site; QAR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ELEVUS ‑ PEOPLE & BUSINESS RESULTS, LDA is seeking a backend developer to design and implement secure, scalable services in Python using FastAPI. You will build REST APIs, manage relational databases, and integrate core systems with external providers.

The role emphasizes testing, authentication, auditing, and documentation in a fast-moving environment. The ideal candidate will have a degree in computer science or related field, hands-on Python/FastAPI experience, and solid knowledge of SQL,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Practical experience in Python, FastAPI, REST APIs, and relational databases.
• Knowledge of SQL, Git, API security, automated testing, and containerization.
• Understanding of system integrations and financial transaction processing is preferred.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop secure and scalable backend applications using Python and FastAPI.
• Build and maintain REST APIs, database components, and system integrations.
• Convert approved business requirements into reliable system functions.
• Integrate the Core System with internal applications and external service providers.
• Perform unit testing, debugging, performance optimization, and defect resolution.
• Apply authentication, authorization, validation, logging, and audit-trail requirements.
• Support data migration, user acceptance testing, deployment, and production issues.
• Prepare and maintain technical and API documentation.

Skills

Python

FastAPI

REST APIs

Relational databases

SQL

Git

API security

Automated testing

Containerization

System integrations

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Docker

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop secure and scalable backend applications using Python and FastAPI.
• Build and maintain REST APIs, database components, and system integrations.
• Convert approved business requirements into reliable system functions.
• Integrate the Core System with internal applications and external service providers.
• Perform unit testing, debugging, performance optimization, and defect resolution.
• Apply authentication, authorization, validation, logging, and audit-trail requirements.
• Support data migration, user acceptance testing, deployment, and production issues.
• Prepare and maintain technical and API documentation.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Practical experience in Python, FastAPI, REST APIs, and relational databases.
• Knowledge of SQL, Git, API security, automated testing, and containerization.
• Understanding of system integrations and financial transaction processing is preferred.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.