Senior Python Backend Engineer - REST APIs & Microservices

Artifintech; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Artifintech is seeking an experienced Python Developer to design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications and automation. You will build RESTful APIs, integrate with both SQL and NoSQL databases, and implement robust business logic for enterprise environments.

The role emphasizes Python proficiency, Django/Flask/FastAPI frameworks, API design, and cloud usage (AWS/Azure/Google). Collaboration with DevOps, QA, and cross-functional teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Strong programming experience with Python and object-oriented programming concepts.
• Hands-on experience with frameworks such as Django, Flask, or FastAPI.
• Experience developing RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Strong knowledge of SQL databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle, SQL Server).
• Familiarity with NoSQL databases (MongoDB, DynamoDB).
• Experience with Python libraries (Pandas, NumPy, Requests, Pydantic).
• Knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and design patterns.
• Experience with Git/GitHub and version control.
• Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Knowledge of unit testing frameworks (PyTest/Unittest).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable Python-based applications.
• Build backend services, REST APIs, and microservices.
• Develop reusable modules and efficient application components.
• Integrate applications with relational and NoSQL databases.
• Write clean, maintainable, well-documented code.
• Debug, troubleshoot, and optimize performance.
• Develop automated tests and ensure quality.
• Collaborate with frontend, QA, DevOps, and business stakeholders.
• Participate in code reviews and Agile ceremonies.
• Support deployment, monitoring, and production issue resolution.

Skills

Python

Object-oriented programming

Django

Flask

FastAPI

REST APIs

SQL databases

NoSQL databases

Pandas/Numpy/Requests/Pydantic

Git

Docker/Kubernetes/CI/CD

Cloud (AWS/Azure/Google)

PyTest/Unittest

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT/Software Engineering

Master's degree

Certifications in Python/cloud/software development

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

GitHub

PostgreSQL

MySQL

MongoDB

DynamoDB

AWS/Azure/Google Cloud

PyTest

Job description

Artifintech is seeking an experienced Python Developer to design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications and automation. You will build RESTful APIs, integrate with both SQL and NoSQL databases, and implement robust business logic for enterprise environments.

The role emphasizes Python proficiency, Django/Flask/FastAPI frameworks, API design, and cloud usage (AWS/Azure/Google). Collaboration with DevOps, QA, and cross-functional teams is essential.