Sr. Python Backend Developer

United States Digital Space LLC; United States; Hybrid; USD 12,468 - 20,780; Full time

Job summary

United States Digital Space LLC seeks a Senior Python Backend Developer to build and maintain scalable real-time data applications, leveraging Python and FastAPI for high-performance systems. You will design domain-driven architectures, integrate messaging queues like Kafka, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ship robust data pipelines and APIs.

Hybrid work arrangements are available in Navi Mumbai with relocation considered; emphasis on code quality, reviews, and staying current

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of Python development experience.
• Solid understanding of microservice architecture.
• Hands-on experience with Apache Kafka.
• Experience with messaging systems and async event-driven design.
• Knowledge of containers and version control.
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and maintain scalable Python applications.
• Build and manage domain driven architectures and messaging applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features and implement robust data processing pipelines.
• Troubleshoot and debug applications to optimize performance and reliability.
• Optimize and maintain existing codebases, ensuring high performance and reliability.
• Integrate third-party services and APIs into Python applications.
• Conduct code reviews and contribute to improving the quality of code and best practices.
• Ensure software is up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies.

Skills

Python

FastAPI

Microservices

Apache Kafka

Message Brokers

Async Programming

Docker

Kubernetes

Git

Relational & NoSQL DBs

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Git

Job description

The role:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Python Backend Developer to join our team and contribute to the development and maintenance of scalable software products. The ideal candidate should have a strong foundation in Python programming along with practical experience with message processing technologies. You will be responsible for developing, optimizing, and maintaining real‑time data applications, ensuring high performance and scalability while collaborating closely with cross‑functional teams.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and maintain scalable Python applications.
• Build and manage domain driven architectures and messaging applications.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define, design, and ship new features and implement robust data processing pipelines.
• Troubleshoot and debug applications to optimize performance and reliability.
• Optimize and maintain existing codebases, ensuring high performance and reliability.
• Integrate third‑party services and APIs into Python applications.
• Conduct code reviews and contribute to improving the quality of code and best practices.
• Ensure software is up‑to‑date with the latest industry trends and technologies.

Primary skills

• 5-8 years of experience in Python development and third‑party libraries (FastAPI).
• Solid understanding of microservice architecture.
• Hands‑on experience of Apache Kafka.
• Experience working with message brokers.
• Hands‑on experience of asynchronous programming and event‑driven systems.
• Familiarity with microservices architecture.
• Solid understanding of data structures and algorithms.
• Understanding of containerization tools such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with version control systems like Git.
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases.

Ability to commute/relocate: Airoli, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Airoli, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra