Senior Software Development Engineer (Python)

As a Senior Backend Engineer at our company, you will be responsible for designing and developing scalable backend services and APIs in Django/Python. Your role will directly impact the growth and revenue of dental practices by delivering better patient care through the medical AI SaaS platform. Key Responsibilities: - Design and develop backend services and APIs in Django/Python with a focus on performance, reliability, and maintainability - Own the data layer by designing efficient PostgreSQL schemas, tuning queries, and managing migrations using SQLAlchemy and Alembic - Implement robust CI/CD pipelines with Git branching strategies, automated build/test/deploy, and safe rollbacks - Optimize runtime performance through Redis caching strategies and Nginx reverse proxying for high throughput - Collaborate cross-functionally with product and operations teams to translate requirements into executable technical solutions - Drive code quality through rigorous code reviews and adherence to engineering standards Qualifications Required: - 5+ years of software development experience with deep expertise in Python/Django framework - Bachelor's/Master's degree from IITs, IIMs, or equivalent Tier 1 institutions (BITS, NIT, IIIT) - Experience mentoring junior engineers and contributing to technical decision-making processes - Strong PostgreSQL expertise including schema design, indexing, transactions, and performance tuning - Hands-on experience with SQLAlchemy ORM and Alembic for database migrations and schema versioning - Production experience with VOIP/SIP technologies such as Asterisk, FreeSWITCH, Twilio, or similar SIP server implementations - Practical experience with Redis caching strategies and Nginx configuration for high-traffic applications - Cloud-native delivery experience with Docker/Kubernetes and infrastructure-as-code practices - Observability and monitoring expertise with metrics, logging, and distributed tracing systems - Experience with NoSQL databases and understanding of when to apply them alongside relational stores - Healthcare or SaaS domain experience with an understanding of compliance and data security requirements In this role, you will have the opportunity to work in a collaborative and cross-functional team culture with growth and development opportunities. We offer a competitive compensation package with equity participation and a modern office environment in Gurugram with flexible scheduling options. As a Senior Backend Engineer at our company, you will be responsible for designing and developing scalable backend services and APIs in Django/Python. Your role will directly impact the growth and revenue of dental practices by delivering better patient care through the medical AI SaaS platform. Key Responsibilities: - Design and develop backend services and APIs in Django/Python with a focus on performance, reliability, and maintainability - Own the data layer by designing efficient PostgreSQL schemas, tuning queries, and managing migrations using SQLAlchemy and Alembic - Implement robust CI/CD pipelines with Git branching strategies, automated build/test/deploy, and safe rollbacks - Optimize runtime performance through Redis caching strategies and Nginx reverse proxying for high throughput - Collaborate cross-functionally with product and operations teams to translate requirements into executable technical solutions - Drive code quality through rigorous code reviews and adherence to engineering standards Qualifications Required: - 5+ years of software development experience with deep expertise in Python/Django framework - Bachelor's/Master's degree from IITs, IIMs, or equivalent Tier 1 institutions (BITS, NIT, IIIT) - Experience mentoring junior engineers and contributing to technical decision-making processes - Strong PostgreSQL expertise including schema design, indexing, transactions, and performance tuning - Hands-on experience with SQLAlchemy ORM and Alembic for database migrations and schema versioning - Production experience with VOIP/SIP technologies such as Asterisk, FreeSWITCH, Twilio, or similar SIP server implementations - Practical experience with Redis caching strategies and Nginx configuration for high-traffic applications - Cloud-native delivery experience with Docker/Kubernetes and infrastructure-as-code practices - Observability and monitoring expertise with metrics, logging, and distributed tracing systems - Experience with NoSQL databases and understanding of when to apply them alongside relational stores - Healthcare or SaaS domain experience with an understanding of compliance and data security requirements In this role, you will have the opportunity to work in a collaborative and cross-functional team culture with growth and development opportunities. We offer a competitive compensation package with equity participation and a modern office environment in Gurugram with flexible scheduling options.