Python Backend Engineer Microservices And APIs

We are looking for a strong Python Backend Engineer to design and build scalable, high-performance backend systems. The role focuses on developing RESTful APIs, handling large datasets, and building reliable microservices for data-driven applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop backend services using Python
• Build and maintain RESTful APIs using frameworks like Flask or FastAPI
• Implement asynchronous programming using asyncio to handle high-concurrency systems
• Develop scalable microservices architecture
• Optimise data processing and I/O performance for large datasets
• Integrate with databases and external APIs
• Ensure code quality through clean architecture, testing, and best practices
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver production-ready solutions
  
  

• Strong proficiency in Core Python
• Hands-on experience with Flask or FastAPI
• Solid understanding of async programming (asyncio, concurrency, threading)
• Experience building microservices-based architectures
• Strong knowledge of REST API design principles
• Experience with SQL/NoSQL databases
• Understanding of performance optimisation and scalability
  
  

• Strong understanding of API security best practices
• Experience with authentication & authorization mechanisms
• Hands-on experience with:
• OAuth2
• JWT
• Familiarity with API gateways and secure service communication
• Knowledge of data encryption and secure coding practices
  
  

• Experience with Docker/Kubernetes
• Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines
• Experience working with data pipelines or large-scale data processing
  
  

• Engineers who can build systems, not just write code
• Strong problem-solving mindset
• Ability to work in high-performance, scalable environments
• Clear ownership and accountability
  
  

• Competitive salary package
• Health insurance
• Annual leave as per UAE law
• Opportunity to work on scalable enterprise systems
• Career growth and learning opportunities
• Collaborative engineering environment
• Exposure to modern technologies and architectures