Software Backend Engineer

Role:

We are seeking a skilled Backend Developer
to join our dynamic team in a full -time hybrid role based in Chennai, offering
a flexible working arrangement with options for remote work. The successful
candidate will play a critical role in developing and maintaining our backend
infrastructure, focusing on delivering high -quality, scalable, and sustainable
solutions that support our mission of climate action.

Responsibilities:

·        Python is a second language.

·        Design and Development:
Proficiency in Python with extensive experience in the FASTAPI framework. You
will design, develop, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable backend
code, focusing on creating high -quality, sustainable solutions.

·        Database Management: Strong
understanding and hands -on experience with database management systems,
specifically Postgres and MongoDB. You should have expertise in spatial data
manipulation and analysis using POSTGIS, enabling you to implement and manage
complex databases effectively. Table architecture for parallel queries in a
responsive manner.

·        Collaboration and Integration:
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross -functional teams to integrate
backend services with front -end applications and data analytics platforms. This
includes contributing to the development and maintenance of a robust data
architecture to support analytics and decision -making processes across the
organization.

·        Performance Optimization:
Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications. This
involves identifying bottlenecks and bugs, and devising solutions to these
problems, ensuring high availability and scalability, especially in support of the
deployment of backend services on Azure.

·        Best Practices and Continuous
Learning: Participate in code reviews and adhere to best practices in software
development. You're expected to stay updated on emerging technologies,
contributing to a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the
team.

·        Metadata Management and
Governance: Familiarity with the principles of metadata management and
governance is essential. You will play a key role in ensuring that data is
accurately managed and governed within the organization's data architecture.

·        Data Science Collaboration:
Ability to collaborate on data science workflows and contribute to the
structure of data science projects. This includes working closely with data
teams to leverage environmental and climate datasets, and generating insights from exploratory
data analysis.

·        Problem -solving Skills:
Excellent problem -solving abilities are critical. You will be responsible for
devising and implementing solutions to technical challenges, demonstrating a
commitment to producing high -quality, sustainable code.