Senior Backend Developer

Job Title: Senior Backend Developer

Location: New Delhi (Hybrid)
Experience: 5+ Years

About the Company- https://civicdatalab.in/

CivicDataLab is a nonprofit organization in India that works at the intersection of data, technology, and public policy. Their goal is to make governance more effective by using data-driven insights and digital tools.

They collaborate with government bodies, nonprofits, and research organizations to build data platforms, dashboards, and analytical solutions that help in better decision-making. Their work focuses on areas like public finance, climate, health, and urban development.

CivicDataLab also promotes open data and open-source solutions, making complex public data more accessible, transparent, and useful for citizens, researchers, and policymakers.

About the Role

We are looking for a Senior Backend Developer to build and scale backend systems for data platforms. The role involves working on APIs, data pipelines, and infrastructure to handle large-scale data efficiently.

Must-Have Skills

• 5+ years in backend development (Python preferred – Django/Flask/FastAPI)


• Strong experience with REST APIs


• Solid knowledge of databases (SQL + NoSQL)


• Experience with Git, CI/CD, and DevOps basics


• Understanding of scalable systems (microservices, distributed systems)


• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure)


• Good problem-solving & communication skills

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain scalable backend systems & APIs


• Handle large-scale data processing and pipelines


• Optimize performance, reliability, and security


• Work with teams to convert requirements into technical solutions


• Manage and improve backend infrastructure