Lead Software Developer

Quantiphi; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Quantiphi is seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Developer to design, develop, and deploy distributed applications powering AI-driven solutions. The role emphasizes Python (FastAPI) backend, ReactJS frontend, and PostgreSQL data management, hosted primarily on GCP with AWS exposure.

You will mentor peers, participate in architecture reviews, and work within agile teams to deliver enterprise-grade software across the SDLC. The position offers hybrid work arrangements in the US.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in full-stack or backend software development.
• Expert proficiency in Python, with extensive experience developing APIs using FastAPI.
• Strong experience with ReactJS for building modern user interfaces.
• Deep expertise in PostgreSQL, including design, optimization, and querying.
• Proven experience with unit testing frameworks such as Pytest and Vitest.
• Cloud experience on GCP (Cloud Run, GKE, Cloud SQL, Secret Manager); AWS a plus.
• Familiarity with SDLC, agile, CI/CD pipelines, and Git.
• Experience with load testing and scalable, distributed systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of scalable backend services using Python/FastAPI.
• Develop responsive frontend interfaces with ReactJS.
• Design and optimize PostgreSQL schemas and queries.
• Implement unit and integration tests with Pytest and Vitest.
• Participate in architectural decisions for cloud-native apps and multi-cloud patterns.
• Deploy, monitor, and troubleshoot in GCP environments; exposure to AWS.
• Contribute to SDLC, requirements gathering, and performance optimization.
• Collaborate with data scientists to integrate AI/ML models and analytics.

Skills

Python

FastAPI

ReactJS

PostgreSQL

CI/CD

Git

RESTful APIs

Microservices

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering

Tools

Pytest

Vitest

Cloud Run

GKE

Cloud SQL

Secret Manager

Job description

While technology is the heart of our business, a global and diverse culture is the heart of our success. We love our people and we take pride in catering them to a culture built on transparency, diversity, integrity, learning and growth. If working in an environment that encourages you to innovate and excel, not just in professional but personal life, interests you- you would enjoy your career with Quantiphi!

About Quantiphi:

Quantiphi is an award-winning, AI-First digital engineering and consulting company focused on delivering high-impact Services and Solutions that help organizations solve what truly matters. We partner with enterprises to reimagine their businesses through intelligent, scalable, and transformative AI driving measurable outcomes at the very core of their operations. Since our founding in 2013, Quantiphi has tackled some of the world’s most complex business challenges by combining deep industry expertise, disciplined cloud and data engineering practices, and cutting-edge applied AI research. Our work is rooted in delivering accelerated, quantifiable business value, not just technology for technology’s sake. Headquartered in Boston, Quantiphi is a global organization with 4,000+ professionals serving clients across key industry verticals, including BFSI, Healthcare & Life Sciences, CPG, MFG, TME etc. As an Elite and Premier partner to leading cloud and AI platforms such as NVIDIA, Google Cloud, AWS, and Snowflake, we build and deliver enterprise-grade AI services and solutions that create real-world impact. Our industry recognition includes: 21x Google Cloud Partner of the Year awards in the last 8 years. 3x AWS AI/ML award wins. 3x NVIDIA Partner of the Year titles. 2x Snowflake Partner of the Year awards. Top analyst recognitions from Gartner, ISG, and Everest Group. Consecutive certifications as a Great Place to Work.

Be part of a trailblazing team that’s shaping the future of AI, ML, and cloud innovation. Your next big opportunity starts here!

Role Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Software Developer to join our dynamic team. This role is pivotal in designing, developing, and deploying robust, scalable, and distributed applications and web services that power our mission-critical, AI-driven solutions. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in Python (FastAPI) for backend development, ReactJS for intuitive user interfaces, and a strong understanding of PostgreSQL for data management. You will be instrumental in building high-performance systems, contributing to machine learning and data analytics initiatives, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver enterprise-grade software solutions primarily hosted on GCP (with exposure to AWS).

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and development of highly scalable, distributed backend services using Python with FastAPI, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
• Develop responsive and engaging user interfaces using ReactJS, translating complex requirements into intuitive and efficient front-end experiences.
• Design, implement, and optimize database schemas and queries for PostgreSQL, ensuring data integrity, performance, and scalability.
• Implement robust unit and integration tests for both backend and frontend components using Pytest (for Python) and Vitest (for ReactJS), emphasizing test-driven development (TDD) principles.
• Actively participate in architectural discussions, evaluating trade-offs for synchronous and asynchronous design patterns, and contributing to technical design decisions for cloud-native applications.
• Deploy, monitor, and troubleshoot applications within GCP environments (e.g., Cloud Run, GKE, App Engine, Cloud SQL, Secret Manager), with an understanding of multi-cloud principles including AWS.
• Contribute to the entire Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), from requirements gathering and design to deployment, maintenance, and performance optimization, including load testing strategies.
• Collaborate closely with data scientists and machine learning engineers to integrate AI/ML models and data analytics capabilities into our applications.
• Mentor junior developers, conduct thorough code reviews, and contribute to fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.
• Work effectively within agile methodologies, utilizing CI/CD pipelines and version control systems (e.g., Git) to ensure efficient and high-quality software delivery.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in full-stack or backend software development, with a strong focus on building distributed, scalable systems.
• Expert proficiency in Python, with extensive experience developing high-performance APIs using FastAPI.
• Strong experience with ReactJS for building modern, component-based user interfaces.
• Deep expertise in PostgreSQL, including database design, optimization, and advanced querying.
• Proven experience with unit testing frameworks such as Pytest and Vitest.
• Solid understanding and practical experience with cloud platforms, specifically GCP, including services like Cloud Run, GKE, Cloud SQL, and Secret Manager.
• Familiarity with AWS is a significant plus.
• Demonstrated experience with SDLC principles, including agile methodologies, CI/CD pipelines, and version control (Git).
• Experience with load testing tools and strategies to ensure application resilience and performance under stress.
• Strong understanding of RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, and event-driven design patterns.
• Experience integrating machine learning, artificial intelligence, or data analytics components into production applications.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to technical challenges.
• Exceptional communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to work effectively in cross-functional and global teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.

What is in it for you:

• Be part of the fastest-growing AI-first digital transformation and engineering company in the world.
• Lead a team of highly dynamic and talented individuals.
• Exposure to working with fortune 500 companies and innovative market disruptors.
• Exposure to the latest technologies related to artificial intelligence and machine learning, data and cloud.
• If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

We are currently looking for exceptional individuals who can join us and contribute to a fun, diverse and hybrid work culture. As a part of the Quantiphi family, you will get ample opportunities to learn, grow and interact with colleagues from varied experience and backgrounds around the globe. Thank you for your interest in Quantiphi! We are a team that dreams together and collaborates to ensure success. Quantiphi is an award-winning AI-first digital engineering company driven by the desire to reimagine and realize transformational opportunities at the heart of business. We solve the toughest and most complex business problems with the latest and cutting-edge technologies and to make this happen, we have a vibrant, diverse and talented set of professionals we proudly refer to as the Quantiphi family. Our culture is built on transparency, diversity, integrity, learning and growth. We are committed to provide our teams with an environment that helps them to learn, grow and flourish in their professional as well as personal lives.