Python Backend Engineer - APIs

Benefits:401(k)Python Backend Engineer - APIsPhoenix, AZ (Onsite 3 days/week - Hybrid)We are looking for a strong Python Backend Engineer to design and build high-performance APIs supporting enterprise-scale financial systems. This role is backend-heavy, API-driven and production-focused. You will work closely with product, architecture and platform teams to build secure, scalable microservices.Core ResponsibilitiesDesign and develop RESTful APIs using PythonBuild scalable backend services in a microservices architectureDevelop production-grade services with strong error handling and loggingIntegrate with relational and NoSQL databasesWrite unit tests and participate in code reviewsDeploy and support services in cloud environmentsCollaborate with cross-functional engineering teamsRequired Skills7+ years of backend development experienceStrong Python experience (FastAPI, Flask, Django REST)Deep understanding of REST API design principlesExperience with microservices architectureStrong SQL skills (PostgreSQL / MySQL / Oracle)Experience with Git and CI/CD pipelinesUnderstanding of containerization (Docker)Experience working in Agile environmentsPreferred:Experience with cloud platforms (AWS preferred)Kafka or event-driven architecture exposureExperience in financial services domainFamiliarity with KubernetesExposure to API security (OAuth2, JWT)