The Role
Lead design, development, and maintenance of high-performance Python/FastAPI backend services. Architect scalable systems, mentor engineers, enforce code quality, implement security, optimize performance, and drive CI/CD and process improvements.
Summary Generated by Built In
Company Overview
As the Python FastAPI Backend Lead, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining high-performance backend systems using FastAPI. You will lead a team of talented developers, ensuring the delivery of robust and scalable backend solutions that meet the needs of our growing business.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership
- Lead the design and development of backend services and APIs using Python and FastAPI.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the backend development team.
- Ensure best practices in code quality, testing, and deployment.
Architecture and Design
- Architect scalable and efficient backend systems that align with business goals.
- Collaborate with front-end developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to define technical requirements and system design.
- Review and approve technical designs and code changes.
Development and Implementation
- Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code.
- Implement security and data protection measures.
- Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.
- Conduct regular code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
- Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment.
Continuous Improvement
- Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance development efficiency.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of the development lifecycle.
Requirements
Professional Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in backend development with Python.
- 3+ years of experience with FastAPI or similar frameworks (e.g., Flask, Django).
- Proven experience leading a backend development team.
Technical Skills
- Experience with asynchronous programming and concurrency in Python.
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
- Development experience with microservices architecture and distributed systems
- Strong understanding of RESTful API design and development.
- Experience with databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, or MongoDB.
- Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud services (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure).
- Proficient with version control systems like Git.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Benefits
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI projects
- https://www.linkedin.com/posts/cyberamyntas_edgeai-aidevelopment-languagemodels-activity-7190672496885485570-WOGK
- Collaborative and inclusive team environment.
- https://www.linkedin.com/posts/navatech-group_navapulse2023-annualparty-activity-7163411226117586944-l_Fx
- Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- 5+ years of backend development experience with Python
- 3+ years with FastAPI or similar frameworks (Flask, Django)
- Proven experience leading a backend development team
- Experience with asynchronous programming and concurrency in Python
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
- Development experience with microservices architecture and distributed systems
- Strong understanding of RESTful API design and development
- Experience with databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, or MongoDB
- Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud services (AWS, GCP, Azure)
- Proficient with version control systems like Git
- Strong communication, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail
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The Company
What We Do
Navatech Group is an AI-driven technology company that specializes in digitizing high-risk industries, starting with construction. It develops an AI-powered, cloud-native safety management platform and conversational AI workflows designed to enhance communication, safety, and efficiency for frontline workers. Its mission is to make health and safety management more intuitive and accessible, boosting productivity and compliance for global workforce operations.
