{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"8ef003c04caacec44bee3156","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/8ef003c04caacec44bee3156","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/8ef003c04caacec44bee3156","title":"Python Backend Developer","description":"The Opportunity: We are seeking an experienced Python Backend Developer with hands-on experience in backend development, API engineering, and building scalable application solutions.\n\nThe ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Python, Flask, FastAPI, Django, and PostgreSQL, along with a solid understanding of asynchronous programming, distributed systems, and microservices architecture.\n\nRole: Python Backend Developer\nExperience: 8+ Years\nWork Location: Phoenix, AZ (100% onsite). Candidates must currently reside within commuting distance. Relocation is not available.\nProject Duration: 12+ Months Contract\nKey Responsibilities\nDesign, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications, services, and APIs using Python.\nBuild and enhance RESTful APIs using Python frameworks such as Flask, FastAPI, and Django.\nDesign and optimize database schemas, SQL queries, and data access operations using PostgreSQL.\nDevelop backend integrations with internal and external systems, implementing secure authentication, error handling, logging, and monitoring.\nImplement asynchronous programming, background processing, and distributed workflows to support high-volume applications.\nDevelop and maintain workflow orchestration and task execution solutions using technologies such as Temporal, Apache Airflow, or Celery.\nImplement real-time communication capabilities using WebSockets, Socket.IO, and related technologies.\nDevelop and maintain automated unit and integration tests to ensure application quality, reliability, and performance.\nCollaborate with development teams through Git-based workflows, pull requests, and code reviews.\nSupport application containerization, deployment, and release management using Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines.\nImplement secure backend solutions using OAuth 2.0, JWT, and microservices-based architecture.\nExplore and integrate AI capabilities, Model Context Protocol (MCP), and AI-driven workflow automation into backend applications.\nTroubleshoot complex backend issues, identify performance bottlenecks, and implement effective technical solutions.\nTake ownership of development deliverables, contribute to technical improvements, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality solutions.\nRequired Qualifications\n8+ years of professional experience in Python backend development and software engineering.\nStrong proficiency in Python, including object-oriented programming, asynchronous programming, and backend application development.\nHands-on experience developing RESTful APIs and backend services using Flask, FastAPI, or Django.\nStrong knowledge of PostgreSQL, including SQL queries, database design, and performance optimization.\nExperience with API integrations, authentication mechanisms, error handling, logging, and backend troubleshooting.\nGood understanding of asynchronous processing, background jobs, and distributed systems architecture.\nExperience or familiarity with workflow orchestration frameworks such as Temporal, Apache Airflow, or Celery.\nExposure to real-time communication technologies such as WebSockets and Socket.IO.\nExperience writing unit and integration tests using Pytest, unittest, or equivalent testing frameworks.\nHands-on experience with Git, pull requests, branching strategies, and collaborative code review practices.\nKnowledge of CI/CD pipelines, Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud-based application deployments.\nFamiliarity with OAuth 2.0, JWT, microservices architecture, and secure API development.\nExposure to AI integrations, Model Context Protocol (MCP), and AI-powered workflow automation is an added advantage.\nStrong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to independently investigate and resolve technical challenges.\nProactive and self-driven, with a strong sense of ownership, accountability, adaptability, and willingness to learn new technologies.\n\nTechnologent is an Equal Opportunity Employer - EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled - for reasonable accommodations, please contact us at hr@technologent.com\n\nTechnologent is a Global Provider of Edge-to-Edge℠ Information Technology Solutions and Services for Fortune 1000 and SMB companies. We offer a unique blend of business practices that are aligned to solve for top CIO concerns. Our core competencies focus on data center infrastructure, business continuity, data protection, service automation and orchestration, continuous intelligence, monitoring, connectivity, collaboration and cybersecurity. These practices are supported by our professional services, digital transformation services and financial services offerings. By providing custom solutions and services designed to fit your business needs, we enable your organization to be more agile, responsive and competitive. Technologent empowers your company to ascend to the next level in IT.\n\nHeadquartered in Irvine, CA, Technologent has offices throughout the US and proudly serves clients around the world. When partnering with Technologent, organizations benefit from the highest caliber of professionals, committed to delivering exceptional business outcomes backed by unmatched service and support.","company":"Technologent","rawCompany":"technologent","city":"Phoenix","state":"AZ","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-11-05T07:58:04.566Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"},{"code":"15-1254.00","title":"Web Developers","slug":"web-developers"},{"code":"15-1251.00","title":"Computer Programmers","slug":"computer-programmers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"},{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"513210","title":"Software Publishers","slug":"software-publishers"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Python Backend Developer","description":"The Opportunity: We are seeking an experienced Python Backend Developer with hands-on experience in backend development, API engineering, and building scalable application solutions.\n\nThe ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Python, Flask, FastAPI, Django, and PostgreSQL, along with a solid understanding of asynchronous programming, distributed systems, and microservices architecture.\n\nRole: Python Backend Developer\nExperience: 8+ Years\nWork Location: Phoenix, AZ (100% onsite). Candidates must currently reside within commuting distance. Relocation is not available.\nProject Duration: 12+ Months Contract\nKey Responsibilities\nDesign, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications, services, and APIs using Python.\nBuild and enhance RESTful APIs using Python frameworks such as Flask, FastAPI, and Django.\nDesign and optimize database schemas, SQL queries, and data access operations using PostgreSQL.\nDevelop backend integrations with internal and external systems, implementing secure authentication, error handling, logging, and monitoring.\nImplement asynchronous programming, background processing, and distributed workflows to support high-volume applications.\nDevelop and maintain workflow orchestration and task execution solutions using technologies such as Temporal, Apache Airflow, or Celery.\nImplement real-time communication capabilities using WebSockets, Socket.IO, and related technologies.\nDevelop and maintain automated unit and integration tests to ensure application quality, reliability, and performance.\nCollaborate with development teams through Git-based workflows, pull requests, and code reviews.\nSupport application containerization, deployment, and release management using Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines.\nImplement secure backend solutions using OAuth 2.0, JWT, and microservices-based architecture.\nExplore and integrate AI capabilities, Model Context Protocol (MCP), and AI-driven workflow automation into backend applications.\nTroubleshoot complex backend issues, identify performance bottlenecks, and implement effective technical solutions.\nTake ownership of development deliverables, contribute to technical improvements, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality solutions.\nRequired Qualifications\n8+ years of professional experience in Python backend development and software engineering.\nStrong proficiency in Python, including object-oriented programming, asynchronous programming, and backend application development.\nHands-on experience developing RESTful APIs and backend services using Flask, FastAPI, or Django.\nStrong knowledge of PostgreSQL, including SQL queries, database design, and performance optimization.\nExperience with API integrations, authentication mechanisms, error handling, logging, and backend troubleshooting.\nGood understanding of asynchronous processing, background jobs, and distributed systems architecture.\nExperience or familiarity with workflow orchestration frameworks such as Temporal, Apache Airflow, or Celery.\nExposure to real-time communication technologies such as WebSockets and Socket.IO.\nExperience writing unit and integration tests using Pytest, unittest, or equivalent testing frameworks.\nHands-on experience with Git, pull requests, branching strategies, and collaborative code review practices.\nKnowledge of CI/CD pipelines, Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud-based application deployments.\nFamiliarity with OAuth 2.0, JWT, microservices architecture, and secure API development.\nExposure to AI integrations, Model Context Protocol (MCP), and AI-powered workflow automation is an added advantage.\nStrong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to independently investigate and resolve technical challenges.\nProactive and self-driven, with a strong sense of ownership, accountability, adaptability, and willingness to learn new technologies.\n\nTechnologent is an Equal Opportunity Employer - EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled - for reasonable accommodations, please contact us at hr@technologent.com\n\nTechnologent is a Global Provider of Edge-to-Edge℠ Information Technology Solutions and Services for Fortune 1000 and SMB companies. 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