Lead Django Backend Developer | Exp: 10+ Minimum

Job Title: Lead Django Backend Developer

Location: Pune | Chennai | Bangalore | Hyderabad

Experience Level: 10+ Years

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Lead Django Backend Developer to lead the design, development, and delivery of scalable backend solutions. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in backend development, cloud technologies, and data processing. This role requires technical leadership, mentorship of junior developers, and ownership of high-quality solution delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and maintenance of backend applications using Django.
• Design, build, and implement scalable, secure, and high-performance REST APIs.
• Integrate and manage applications on Microsoft Azure Cloud.
• Collaborate with frontend developers, product managers, and stakeholders to deliver end-to-end solutions.
• Conduct code reviews and enforce software development best practices.
• Mentor and guide junior developers and team members.
• Optimize database performance and manage data storage solutions.
• Ensure application security, reliability, and performance standards.
• Participate in architecture planning and technical decision-making processes.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of backend development experience.
• Minimum 10 years of hands-on experience with Django Framework.
• Proven experience working with Azure Cloud Services.
• Strong ownership mindset, accountability, and commitment to delivering results.
• Deep understanding of RESTful APIs and web services.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
• Strong database management experience with both SQL and NoSQL databases.