Own backend technical initiatives end-to-end, from requirements and design through implementation and deployment.
Help define and evolve backend architecture and technical direction for Python-based software platforms.
Provide guidance on best practices, system design, and long-term maintainability.
Design, build, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs in Python.
Integrate Machine Learning models, data pipelines, transformers, and vector databases into production systems.
Build and support microservice architectures that scale with data and usage.
Partner with Product Managers, ML Engineers, and feature owners to translate business and ML requirements into technical solutions.
Work closely with DevOps to ensure reliable deployments, monitoring, and scalability.
Participate in code reviews, pairing, and knowledge-sharing activities.
Mentor junior and mid-level engineers, supporting their technical growth and development.
Set standards for code quality, testing, and documentation.
Lead refactoring efforts and technical improvements using established design patterns.
Lead and contribute to CI/CD pipelines, ensuring automated testing and smooth deployments.
Troubleshoot production issues, performance bottlenecks, and system reliability concerns.
Ensure backend services are stable, observable, and production-ready.

6+ years of professional experience developing backend systems using Python.
Strong experience designing scalable APIs and microservice-based architectures.
Experience integrating ML models and data pipelines into backend services.
Solid understanding of Python deployment, containerization, and cloud-native practices.
Experience with AWS and modern CI/CD workflows.
Knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
Prior experience mentoring engineers or leading technical initiatives.
Comfortable working in agile, fast-paced, distributed teams.

Senior Python Developer – Tech Lead

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