Full Stack Backend (Python)

Job Summary

We are seeking a Backend Engineer with a strong focus on Python to join our team at xMap The ideal candidate should have experience in backend development using Python frameworks like FastAPI, SQLAlchemy, and Alembic

. Knowledge of GoLang or Java is a plus. The candidate should also have a strong understanding of cloud technologies (AWS or GCP), containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), infrastructure as code (Terraform), and CI/CD tools like GitHub Actions and ArgoCD

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The engineer will be responsible for developing and maintaining xMap’s backend services and infrastructure

, ensuring high performance, reliability, and scalability. The role involves close collaboration with Technical Project Managers (TPMs), stakeholders, frontend engineers, and data scientists to deliver high-quality and bug-free backend solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain backend services and APIs using Python (FastAPI, SQLAlchemy, Alembic) .

• Work with databases both SQL and NoSQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB or others) and implement efficient data models.
• Ensure scalability and reliability of backend services.
• Optimize backend performance to ensure fast and efficient execution.
• Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions and ArgoCD .

• Deploy, manage, and monitor applications on AWS or GCP using Docker and Kubernetes .

• Implement infrastructure as code (IaC) using Terraform .

• Collaborate with TPMs, frontend engineers, stakeholders, and data scientists to meet business objectives.
• Maintain high-quality, bug-free code with unit tests, integration tests, and API testing .

• Document technical processes, best practices, and system architecture.
• Participate in on-call rotation as needed.

Qualifications & Experience

• 5+ years of experience in backend development.
• Strong proficiency in Python and experience with FastAPI, SQLAlchemy, and Alembic .

• Experience with cloud services (AWS or GCP) and their managed services.

• Strong knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, and Terraform .

• Experience in building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions and ArgoCD.
• Familiarity with GoLang or Java is a plus.
• Strong understanding of API development, security best practices, and microservices architecture .

• Experience working with databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, or NoSQL solutions like DynamoDB) .

• Ability to troubleshoot and debug complex backend systems.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Skills & Competencies

• Backend Technologies: Python (FastAPI, SQLAlchemy, Alembic), REST APIs, GraphQL (optional).

• Cloud & DevOps: AWS or GCP, Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes.

• CI/CD & Automation: GitHub Actions, ArgoCD.

• Database Management: PostgreSQL, MySQL, DynamoDB.

• Security & Performance: API security best practices, performance optimizations.

• AI & LLMs: Experience integrating APIs for LLMs and generative AI

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• Collaboration & Communication: Ability to work with TPMs, frontend engineers, and stakeholders to align on project goals.