Python Backend Developer (Phoenix)

Interview: In-Person(F2F) RequiredRole: Python Backend DeveloperExperience: 8+ YearsWork Location: Phoenix, AZ ( Hybrid – 3 days onsite per week) Project Duration: 12+ Months ContractRequired Skills: Strong proficiency in Python, including object-oriented programming, asynchronous programming, and backend application developmentHands-on experience developing RESTful APIs and backend services using frameworks such as Flask, FastAPI, or DjangoStrong knowledge of relational databases such as PostgreSQL, including SQL queries, database design, and performance optimizationExperience with API integrations, authentication, error handling, logging, and troubleshooting backend servicesGood understanding of asynchronous processing, background jobs, and distributed systems architectureFamiliarity with workflow orchestration frameworks such as Temporal, Apache Airflow, or Celery is a plusExperience with WebSockets, Socket. IO, or other real-time communication technologies is a plusExperience writing unit tests and integration tests using frameworks such as Pytest or unittestHands-on experience with Git and collaborative development workflows, including pull requests and code reviewsKnowledge of CI/CD pipelines, Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud-based deployments is a plusFamiliarity with OAuth 2.0, JWT, microservices architecture, and secure API development is a plusExposure to AI integrations, Model Context Protocol (MCP), or AI-driven workflow automation is a plusStrong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to independently investigate and resolve technical issuesProactive, self-driven, and accountable, with a strong willingness to learn new technologies, take ownership of deliverables, and contribute to technical improvements