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Senior Backend Engineer, Python, PostgreSQL, GCP

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Location

India

Posted

73 days ago

Salary

0

Seniority

Senior

Job Description

Senior Backend Engineer, Python, PostgreSQL, GCP

Smart Working

• Design, build, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs using Python • Develop and optimise database solutions using PostgreSQL • Work with GCP services to build and maintain cloud-native applications • Contribute to system architecture and technical design decisions • Ensure high levels of performance, reliability, and scalability • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver features end-to-end • Troubleshoot and resolve complex backend and infrastructure issues • Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code following best practices • Support continuous improvement of engineering standards and processes

Job Requirements

  • Python (5+ years) – strong experience building scalable backend systems and APIs
  • PostgreSQL (4+ years) – experience designing schemas, writing efficient queries, and optimising database performance
  • GCP (3+ years) – experience building and deploying applications using Google Cloud Platform
  • Strong experience building production-grade, scalable systems
  • Solid understanding of backend architecture and distributed systems
  • Experience working with cloud-native applications and services
  • Ability to contribute to technical decision-making and system design
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • Experience collaborating within cross-functional teams

Benefits

  • Fixed Shifts: 12:00 PM - 9:30 PM IST (Summer) | 1:00 PM - 10:30 PM IST (Winter)
  • No Weekend Work: Real work-life balance, not just words
  • Day 1 Benefits: Laptop and full medical insurance provided
  • Support That Matters:Mentorship, community, and forums where ideas are shared
  • True Belonging: A long-term career where your contributions are valued

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