Virtusa - Django Developer - Python

Role Overview:

We are looking for an experienced Django Developer with strong hands-on expertise in Python, Django, backend development, and web application engineering. The role will involve designing, developing, testing, deploying, and maintaining scalable applications while working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable and maintainable solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain scalable Python web applications using Django.
• Develop robust backend services, business logic, and reusable application components.
• Build and maintain web applications and APIs that meet functional, performance, security, and scalability requirements.
• Collaborate with Product, QA, UI/UX, DevOps, and business stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver technical solutions.
• Analyze existing codebases, troubleshoot defects, and implement enhancements and optimizations.
• Apply object-oriented programming, design patterns, and clean coding practices to build maintainable solutions.
• Develop and maintain frontend components using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript as required.
• Optimize application performance, database interactions, and backend processes to improve efficiency and scalability.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, debugging, and deployment activities.
• Develop unit and integration tests and ensure application quality and reliability.
• Troubleshoot production issues, perform root-cause analysis, and implement permanent fixes.
• Work with engineering teams to improve application architecture, development standards, and operational practices.
• Maintain technical documentation and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support large-scale projects involving multiple stakeholders and distributed development teams.
• Stay current with modern Python, Django, web development, and software engineering practices.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 5 - 9 years of experience in software development, with strong hands-on experience in Python and Django.
• Strong understanding of Django architecture, ORM, models, views, middleware, authentication, and application development.
• Strong Python programming skills with solid knowledge of object-oriented programming and design patterns.
• Experience developing scalable web applications and backend services.
• Good understanding of REST APIs and web application architecture.
• Proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for frontend development and integration.
• Experience working with relational databases and ORM-based data access.
• Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and performance-optimization skills.
• Experience working with Git, testing, deployment, and software development lifecycle practices.
• Strong understanding of clean code, reusable components, and maintainable application design.
• Experience working on large-scale projects with multiple technical and business stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced development environment.