Lead Python Backend Developer

We are seeking a highly motivated Lead Python Backend
Engineer with a strong understanding of serverless architecture to join our
growing team. Reporting to the Product Owner and Chapter Leader, the successful
candidate will be responsible for developing scalable backend solutions,
building and presenting POCs, and collaborating closely in an agile product
development environment.

• Build scalable and maintainable backend solutions based
  on product requirements.
  
• Work effectively in an agile (Scrum/Kanban) development
  environment.
  
• Develop and present proof of concepts (POCs).
  
• Ensure systems are stable with zero downtime.
  
• Write clean, efficient, and testable Python code.
  
• Automate tasks using appropriate tools and scripting.
  
• Review and debug existing code.
  
• Collaborate with team members to design and implement
  innovative backend features.
  
• Maintain technical documentation using Confluence.
  
• Track and report work progress using JIRA.
  
• Mentor junior engineers and promote a culture of
  learning and growth.
  

Requirements

• 8+ Years Proven experience as a Backend Developer,
  ideally in a serverless cloud environment.
  
• 3+ Years Architecting Code in Python Frameworks and
  Developing own frameworks.
  
• 5+ Years Managing Teams and mentoring developers.
  
• Proficiency in Python 3.9+
  
• Strong understanding of REST API design and integration.
  

• AWS (Lambda, SQS, DynamoDB, API Gateway)
  
• Terraform
  
• Pytest for unit/integration testing
  
• OpenAPI/Swagger
  
• Docker & Docker Compose
  
• GitHub Actions for CI/CD
  
• Makefile
  
• Apache Velocity Language (advantageous)
  

Key Competencies:

• Strategic Thinking – Understands long-term impact and
  aligns technical decisions accordingly.
  
• Leading with Influence – Inspires and guides others
  toward shared goals.
  
• Collaboration – Works well in cross-functional teams and
  fosters a culture of teamwork.
  
• Customer First – Keeps end-user needs at the forefront.
  
• Execution Excellence – Delivers high-quality work
  efficiently.
  
• Innovation – Brings fresh ideas and perspective to
  complex problems.
  
• Personal Mastery – Embraces continuous learning and
  development.