Backend Python Developer

Job Opening: Senior Backend Engineer Python & AWS

Location: Chennai

Work Mode: Onsite (5 days WFO)

Experience: 7 – 9 Years

Open Positions: 4

Notice Period: Less than 1 month preferred

About the Role

We are looking for a Senior Backend Engineer with strong expertise in Python and AWS serverless technologies to design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services. You will play a key role in building secure APIs, microservices, and cloud-native applications.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Design and develop secure REST APIs using Python
• Build, package, and deploy microservices on AWS
• Work extensively with AWS serverless services (Lambda, API Gateway, S3, IAM)
• Implement data models and ensure efficient database interactions
• Write unit tests and integration tests to ensure high-quality code
• Implement logging, monitoring, and observability for production systems
• Participate in design discussions and provide technical guidance
• Document technical designs, APIs, and workflows

Required Skills

• Strong hands-on experience in Python
• Experience with microservices architecture
• Solid understanding of AWS serverless services
• Experience in unit testing and integration testing
• Knowledge of logging, monitoring, and observability
• Experience in API development and backend system design

Desired Skills (Good to Have)

• Flask / FastAPI experience
• CI/CD exposure
• Database experience (SQL / NoSQL)
• Production support and troubleshooting experience

Soft Skills

• Strong communication skills to explain design and technical decisions
• Excellent problem-solving abilities
• Good documentation and collaboration skills

Qualifications

• B.E / B.Tech in Computer Science / Information Systems
• 7–9 years of relevant backend development experience

Interested? akram.m@acesoftlabs.com

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