Python Application Architect

Arka Innovate; King of Prussia (PA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Arka Innovate is seeking a highly skilled Python Application Architect with expertise in software development and architecture. The role focuses on Python frameworks, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), microservices, and DevOps practices.

The candidate will lead engineering teams, drive best practices, and ensure high-performing, secure, and scalable application development across modern tech stacks.

Qualifications

• 14+ years of software development and architecture experience.
• Extensive Python framework experience (Django, Flask, FastAPI).
• Cloud platform experience (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Microservices and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Proficiency with RESTful APIs and GraphQL.
• Security best practices in application development.

Responsibilities

• Architect and develop scalable, secure Python applications.
• Define technical strategy, standards, and best practices.
• Oversee end-to-end development from planning to deployment.
• Lead and mentor engineering teams.
• Drive adoption of microservices and cloud-native technologies.
• Collaborate with product managers and stakeholders.
• Ensure high availability and cost-effective operations.

Skills

Python

Django/Flask/FastAPI

Cloud platforms

Microservices

DevOps

Leadership

API-first design

Security best practices

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform

Ansible

CI/CD

REST/GraphQL

Job description

Arka Innovate is seeking a highly skilledPython Application Architectwith experience insoftware development and architecture. This role requires expertise inPython frameworks, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), microservices, and DevOps practices. The ideal candidate willlead engineering teams, drive best practices, and ensure high-performing, secure, and scalable application development.

Key Responsibilities:

Software Architecture & Development

• Architect, design, and developscalable, high-performing, and secure Python applications.
• Definetechnical strategy, best practices, and coding standardsfor Python-based solutions.
• Overseeend-to-end application development, from planning to deployment.

Technology Leadership

• Lead and mentor engineering teams in designing and implementing complex architectures.
• Drive the adoption ofmicroservices, API-first development, and cloud-native technologies.
• Ensurehigh availability, fault tolerance, and securityin applications.

Collaboration & Optimization

• Collaborate withproduct managers, developers, and stakeholdersto align technology with business objectives.
• Optimize applications forperformance, scalability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Stay updated withemerging technologies and industry trendsto continuously improve solutions.

Required Skills & Experience:

14+ Years of experience insoftware development and architecture.

Extensive experience withPython frameworks(Django, Flask, FastAPI).

Strong expertise incloud platforms(AWS, Azure, GCP).

Proven experience inmicroservices architecture and containerization(Docker, Kubernetes).

Proficiency inRESTful APIs, GraphQL, and asynchronous processing.

Expertise in databases (SQL & NoSQL – PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis).

Strong background inCI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and Infrastructure as Code(Terraform, Ansible, etc.).

Experience withevent-driven architecturesusingKafka, RabbitMQ, etc.

Strong knowledge ofsecurity best practicesin application development.

Hands-on experience withdistributed systems and performance optimization.

Excellentproblem-solving, leadership, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience withAI/ML-based Python applications.

Familiarity withfrontend technologies(React, Vue.js) is a bonus.

Prior experience inFinTech, HealthTech, or SaaS-based environments.

Certifications inAWS, GCP, or Azureare a plus.

Why Join Arka Innovate?

• Be a part of a dynamic team that values innovation and cutting-edge solutions.
• Work on diverse and impactful projects in various industries.
• Growth opportunities in a fast-paced and supportive environment.
• Hybrid Position – 3 days at client location.

At Arka Innovate, we are proud to be anEqual Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.