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SRM Technologies

Senior Backend Developer (Python / FastAPI)

SRM Technologies Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Information Technology & Services · 1,001-5,000 employees

5 d ago
python Senior (5-10 yrs) Full-time India
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About the role

Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services and secure APIs using Python and FastAPI. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize system performance and ensure reliable production deployments.

What they look for

Python FastAPI API Development Database Design System Architecture REST APIs WebSockets gRPC Asynchronous Programming Microservices CI/CD Docker Cloud Deployment JWT OAuth Agile

Requirements

Requires over 8 years of backend development experience with strong proficiency in Python and the FastAPI framework. Candidates should have a solid understanding of database design, microservices architecture, and secure coding practices.

Full description

Job Title: Senior Backend Developer (Python / FastAPI)

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Backend Developer with strong expertise in Python and FastAPI to design and build scalable, secure, and high-performance backend systems. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in API development, database design, system architecture, and deploying highly available applications, preferably within fintech or regulated environments.

Required Skills & Experience

Must have

· 8+ years of backend development experience.

· Strong proficiency in Python and FastAPI framework.

Additional qualifications

· Experience building and managing REST APIs, WebSockets, or gRPC services.

· Strong knowledge of database design, query optimization, and ORM tools.

· Experience with asynchronous programming and scalable system design.

· Familiarity with microservices architecture and API lifecycle management.

· Understanding of CI/CD pipelines, Docker, and cloud deployment environments.

· Knowledge of secure coding practices (JWT, OAuth, encryption, etc.).

· Experience working in Agile/Scrum teams.

· Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field preferred.

Key Responsibilities

· Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Python and FastAPI.

· Build and manage secure, scalable RESTful APIs, WebSockets, and microservices.

· Design and optimize database schemas using PostgreSQL, MySQL, or MongoDB.

· Implement authentication, authorization, and secure coding practices aligned with compliance standards.

· Optimize system performance, reliability, and scalability.

· Write clean, well-documented code with unit and integration tests.

· Collaborate with Frontend, DevOps, QA, and Product teams in Agile sprints.

· Support deployment, monitoring, and troubleshooting of production systems.

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