Python Django

Senior Technical Lead Python, Microservices, Cloud

Location: New York, NY (3 days onsite)

Experience: 7-12 Years

Primary Skills: Python, Microservices, Cloud Computing

Certifications: Relevant certifications in Python programming, cloud platforms, or microservices architecture are a plus.

Job Description

The Senior Technical Lead will lead the design, development, and delivery of scalable Python-based backend solutions using cloud platforms and microservices architecture. The role involves hands-on development, technical leadership, architecture design, code quality, and mentoring development teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, testing, and deployment of Python applications.
• Develop and maintain backend systems using Python and Django.
• Design and implement scalable, secure RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Integrate cloud services, particularly Azure, for application deployment and management.
• Work with Databricks and backend data processing solutions where required.
• Collaborate with frontend developers, product managers, and stakeholders to deliver end-to-end solutions.
• Design technical solutions and make architecture decisions aligned with business and technical requirements.
• Optimize database performance and manage SQL and NoSQL data storage.
• Use Docker and Kubernetes for containerization and application orchestration.
• Conduct code reviews, enforce coding standards, and maintain quality assurance processes.
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues and provide guidance to the development team.
• Mentor junior developers and support continuous improvement of development practices.
• Work within Agile development methodologies and support successful project delivery.
• Ensure applications meet performance, scalability, and security requirements.

Required Skills

• Strong expertise in Python and Django.
• Experience designing and developing RESTful APIs and web services.
• Strong experience with Microservices architecture and implementation.
• Hands-on experience with Cloud Computing and cloud platforms.
• Experience with Azure Cloud services.
• Knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Experience with Git and Agile methodologies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and technical leadership skills.
• Ability to lead development teams and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders.

Good to Have

• Azure Databricks.
• Delta Lake and Delta Tables.
• PySpark.

Preferred Experience

• 10+ years of backend development experience.
• 5+ years of experience with Django.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field.

Expected Outcome: Deliver high-quality, secure, scalable backend applications and cloud-deployed microservices while providing strong technical leadership, architectural direction, and development team mentorship.