Associate Principal Engineer (Python, Django, Flask, or FastAPI, Cloud, CoPilot/ChatGPT)
Nagarro · Gurugram, Haryana, India
IT Services and IT Consulting · 10,001+ employees
About the role
Develop and maintain backend services and REST APIs using Python frameworks while managing database structures for performance and scalability. Leverage AI-assisted tools for code generation, debugging, and testing while collaborating with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment.
What they look for
Requirements
Requires 9-12 years of experience in Python development with expertise in Django, Flask, or FastAPI. Candidates must hold a bachelor's or master's degree in computer science or a related field and possess strong skills in cloud platforms, containerization, and database management.
Full description
Company Description
👋🏼We're Nagarro.
We are a Digital Product Engineering company that is scaling in a big way! We build products, services, and experiences that inspire, excite, and delight. We work at a scale — across all devices and digital mediums, and our people exist everywhere in the world (18000+ experts across 36 countries, to be exact). Our work culture is dynamic and non-hierarchical. We are looking for great new colleagues. That is where you come in!
Job Description
Must have Skills : Python (Strong), Good To Have Skills : , Job Description : Develop and maintain backend services and REST APIs using Python (Django / Flask / FastAPI). Design and manage databases and data access layers with performance and data integrity in mind. Implement authentication, authorization, and security best practices. Use AI tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT) for: Code generation and refactoring Bug fixing and optimization Writing unit tests and documentation Integrate backend systems with frontend applications and third-party services. Write clean, testable code and participate in code reviews and Agile ceremonies. Support deployments, monitoring, and issue resolution in cloud / containerized environments. Key Skills Python, REST APIs, SQL/NoSQL databases Secure coding and testing practices Experience with AI-assisted development tools Agile development mindset
Qualifications
Requirements
- Experience : 9 -12 Years
- Bachelor's or master’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Strong hands-on experience in Python development with expertise in Django, Flask, or Fast API frameworks.
- Proven experience in designing, developing, and maintaining RESTful APIs for enterprise applications.
- Strong understanding of SQL and NoSQL databases, data Modeling, query optimization, and performance tuning.
- Experience implementing authentication, authorization, and application security best practices.
- Knowledge of secure coding standards, testing methodologies, and code quality practices.
- Experience with cloud platforms and containerized environments such as Docker and Kubernetes.
- Hands-on experience with AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, or similar tools.
- Proficiency in writing clean, maintainable, and testable code with unit and integration testing.
- Familiarity with Agile development methodologies, code reviews, and collaborative software development practices.
- Strong problem-solving, debugging, and performance optimization skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Responsibilities
- Develop, enhance, and maintain backend services and REST APIs using Python and related frameworks such as Django, Flask, or FastAPI.
- Design and manage database structures, data access layers, and ensure data integrity, scalability, and performance.
- Implement robust authentication, authorization, and security controls across backend applications.
- Leverage AI-assisted development tools for code generation, refactoring, debugging, optimization, testing, and documentation activities.
- Integrate backend systems with frontend applications, third-party services, and enterprise platforms.
- Write high-quality, reusable, and testable code following established coding standards and best practices.
- Conduct code reviews and contribute to improving development processes and engineering standards.
- Develop and execute unit tests, support quality assurance activities, and ensure application reliability.
- Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, backlog grooming, and retrospectives.
- Support application deployments, monitoring, troubleshooting, and issue resolution in cloud and containerized environments.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, secure, and high-performing software solutions.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on performance, automation, reliability, and development efficiency.
- Service Region: South Asia
