Python Lead - Django Framework

Job Summary :

We are seeking a highly experienced Python &

• Django Lead Engineer to lead the development of scalable, secure, and high-performance web applications. The role requires deep hands-on expertise in Python and Django along with proven experience leading teams, defining architecture, and driving best engineering practices.

Key Responsibilities :

Technical Leadership :

• Lead architecture and design of Django-based applications.
• Own technical decisions, system design, and code quality.
• Set coding standards, review code, and enforce best practices.
• Drive performance optimization, scalability, and security.

Development :

• Design and development using Python and Django.
• Build RESTful APIs using Django REST Framework (DRF).
• Develop reusable components, services, and libraries.
• Handle database design, migrations, and query optimization.

Team &

• Delivery Leadership :
• Lead and mentor Python/Django developers.
• Provide technical guidance and conduct regular code reviews.
• Work closely with product, QA, and DevOps teams.
• Break down requirements, estimate efforts, and ensure timely delivery.

Production &

• DevOps Collaboration :
• Collaborate on CI/CD pipelines and release management.
• Support production deployments and troubleshooting.
• Ensure monitoring, logging, and alerting best practices.

Required Skills &

Experience :

Core Technical Skills :

• 10 years of experience in Python development.
• 5 years of strong hands-on experience with Django.
• Expertise in Django REST Framework (DRF).
• Strong understanding of MVC/MVT architecture.
• Experience with ORM, migrations, and query optimization.
• Strong SQL knowledge (PostgreSQL / MySQL).

Backend &

• Architecture :
• REST API design and integration.
• Experience with microservices architecture.
• Knowledge of caching (Redis / Memcached).
• Experience working with message queues (Celery, RabbitMQ - preferred).