Python Developer
Summary
Senior Python backend developer role at Virtusa in New York: design and build scalable, secure REST APIs and microservices using Django/Flask/FastAPI, SQL and NoSQL databases, cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP), Docker/Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines, with strong testing and security practices.
8+ years of professional experience in Python backend software development.
The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below.
Profound knowledge of Python, its ecosystem, and popular backend frameworks such as Django, Flask, and FastAPI.
Strong understanding of software design principles, architectural patterns such as Microservices and MVC, and object-oriented programming.
Proficiency with relational databases such as PostgreSQL and MySQL and/or NoSQL databases such as MongoDB and Cassandra.
Extensive experience in designing, developing, and integrating RESTful APIs and web services.
Experience designing and developing scalable, secure, and high-performance backend services and microservices.
Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud and associated services.
Experience with Docker and container orchestration tools such as Kubernetes.
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, and GitHub Actions.
Strong understanding of testing methodologies and experience with unit, integration, and end-to-end testing.
Proficiency with Git/GitHub and collaborative development workflows.
Understanding of API security, authentication/authorization, data protection, and secure coding practices.
Experience with application performance optimization, scalability, caching, logging, monitoring, and troubleshooting.
Proven ability to analyze complex technical problems and develop effective solutions.
Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
Good communication and stakeholder management skills. xxzpjkt
Ability to work independently and effectively in a team environment.