Senior Backend Developer (Python / FastAPI)

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Chennai, Tamil Nadu, IND
In-Office
Senior level
Information Technology
The Role
Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Python and FastAPI. Build secure REST APIs, WebSockets, and microservices; optimize databases and system performance; implement authentication and authorization; write tested, documented code; and support deployment, monitoring, and production troubleshooting. Collaborate with frontend, DevOps, QA, and product teams in Agile environments.
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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.



Skills Required

  • 8+ years of backend development experience
  • Strong proficiency in Python and FastAPI
  • Experience building and managing REST APIs, WebSockets, or gRPC services
  • 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, including JWT, OAuth, and encryption
  • Experience working in Agile/Scrum teams
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field
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The Company
HQ: Chennai
1,396 Employees
Year Founded: 1998

What We Do

SRM Technologies is a global IT services company specialising in automotive technologies, digital transformation and product engineering services. We provide technology consulting, platform development, data analytics, artificial intelligence, cloud enablement, digital infrastructure, quality assurance, embedded software and design to manufacturing product solutions to various industries and enterprises across the North America, Japan, Europe and India. At the heart of our organization are passionate employees who embody our core belief - 'ideas@work.' We firmly believe that ideas and innovation truly matter only when they create a meaningful impact on our customers' businesses and the lives of their end customers. Therefore, we prioritize the practical application of these ideas and their transformative impact through our talented and ever-growing workforce. ??? ???? ?? ? ????? ?????? ?? ??? ??? ?????, ? ????????????? ???????????? ???? ? ???? ??????? ???????? ???? ???? ???????. ??? ??? ????? ???????? ?? ??????? ???????, ????????? ?????????, ??????????, ??????????, ??? ?????

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