Senior Python Engineer

Job Title: Python Software EngineerExperience Required: 8-10 YearsLocation: Fremont, CAWork Model: Onsite (5 Days/Week)Priority: CriticalThe ideal candidate has strong backend development experience, is comfortable working in a cross-functional Agile environment, and has hands-on experience building scalable, high-performance applications using Python and modern software engineering practices.Key Responsibilities Software DevelopmentDesign, develop, test, and maintain backend applications using Python.Contribute to applications developed in C# and ASP.NET as needed.Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following software engineering best practices.Participate in the complete Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including design, implementation, testing, deployment, and maintenance.Backend & API DevelopmentDesign and develop RESTful APIs and backend services.Build scalable microservices-based applications.Integrate internal and third-party APIs.Optimize backend services for performance, scalability, and reliability.Implement secure authentication and authorization mechanisms.Database DevelopmentDesign and optimize relational database solutions using MySQL.Develop efficient SQL queries and data models.Utilize Redis for caching, session management, and performance optimization.Troubleshoot database performance issues and optimize queries.System DesignCollaborate with architects and senior engineers to design scalable distributed systems.Participate in technical design discussions and architecture reviews.Develop reusable components and services following modern software design principles.Testing & QualityDevelop unit and integration tests to ensure application reliability.Debug and resolve software defects.Participate in peer code reviews.Maintain high code quality and documentation standards.CollaborationWork closely with product managers, QA engineers, DevOps engineers, and fellow developers.Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives, and backlog refinement.Support production deployments and troubleshoot issues when necessary.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).3–5 years of professional software development experience.Strong proficiency in Python for backend application development.Working knowledge of C# and the .NET ecosystem.Experience developing applications using ASP.NET.Strong understanding of RESTful API development.Experience building microservices-based applications.Hands-on experience with MySQL.Experience using Redis for caching or distributed application support.Strong understanding of object-oriented programming and software design principles.Experience with Git and version control workflows.Excellent debugging and problem-solving skills.Strong communication and collaboration abilities.Preferred QualificationsExperience deploying applications in cloud environments (Azure, AWS, or GCP).Familiarity with Docker and containerized deployments.Experience working with CI/CD pipelines.Exposure to message brokers such as RabbitMQ or Kafka.Experience with automated testing frameworks such as PyTest or NUnit.Skills: application,software,software development,fastapi,python,.net,design,engineers,code,testing,database,django