Lead Python Developer

Python Application Lead Developer
We are seeking an experienced Technical Lead with strong expertise in Python application development, cloud-native architectures, and application deployment across modern cloud platforms. The ideal candidate will lead the design, development, deployment, and support of scalable, secure, and high-performing applications while mentoring development teams and driving engineering best practices.

Required Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in software application development, with 3+ years in a Technical Lead role.
• Strong programming expertise in Python with hands-on experience developing enterprise applications.
• Experience with Python frameworks such as FastAPI, Flask, or Django.
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming, design patterns, and software engineering principles.
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (preferably Google Cloud Platform) and cloud-native application development.
• Experience deploying and managing applications using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with source control systems such as Git.
• Experience designing and integrating REST APIs and microservices.
• Strong knowledge of SQL and NoSQL databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, or Cloud SQL.
• Knowledge of monitoring and observability tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, Cloud Monitoring, or Open Telemetry.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and leadership skills

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance of enterprise-grade applications using Python.
• Lead end-to-end software delivery, including requirements analysis, design, coding, code reviews, testing, deployment, and production support.
• Architect and build cloud-native solutions on platforms preferably Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform).
• Develop and consume RESTful APIs, microservices, and event-driven applications.
• Collaborate with product owners, architects, DevOps engineers, QA teams, and business stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Implement application monitoring, logging, troubleshooting, and performance tuning using modern observability tools.
• Mentor and guide development teams by conducting code reviews and promoting engineering best practices.
• Ensure application security by implementing authentication, authorization, encryption, and secure coding standards.
• Drive adoption of Agile methodologies and participate in sprint planning, estimation, and technical design discussions.
• Evaluate new technologies and recommend improvements to enhance system performance, reliability, and scalability.