Summary: Seeking a Lead Python Developer to own backend engineering outcomes, mentor teams, deliver APIs with FastAPI and Django, and contribute to scalable design. Highlights: 1. Lead backend engineering and mentor distributed teams 2. Deliver Python APIs with FastAPI and Django 3. Shape robust, scalable architecture and infrastructure We are looking for a Lead Python Developer to take ownership of backend engineering outcomes and mentor teammates across a distributed setup. You will deliver Python APIs with FastAPI and Django, contribute to scalable design, and ensure smooth deployments and releases—apply now. **Responsibilities** * Create and maintain backend components using modern Python tooling * Shape robust, scalable architecture and infrastructure decisions * Partner with multidisciplinary teams to deliver features and refinements * Investigate technical obstacles and improve performance hot spots * Deliver clean, consistent code aligned with agreed quality practices * Join technical sessions and help coordinate project workstreams * Assist with deployments and manage release\-related activities * Drive continuous improvement through learning and knowledge sharing **Requirements** * Professional experience of 5\+ years developing in Python, including backend services with FastAPI and Django * Leadership experience of 1\+ year coaching and supporting development teams * Strong proficiency in React and TypeScript for modern frontend development * Working experience with PostgreSQL for schema design and database operations * Practical skills with Docker to containerize, ship, and run applications * Strong emphasis on automated testing, covering unit tests and integration tests * Experience working in agile environments on large\-scale, mission\-critical initiatives * Collaborative approach with routine participation in code reviews and team development * Confidence working with remote teams across various regions * Familiarity with Jira and Confluence within the Atlassian ecosystem for planning and documentation * Knowledge of cloud services like S3, Lambda, AWS AKS, and CloudWatch to manage cloud infrastructure * Advanced English proficiency (B2 level or higher), written and verbal **Nice to have** * Practical exposure to GitHub Actions for CI/CD pipelines and automation * Understanding of Jira and GitHub integration for better project oversight * Familiarity with DevOps practices that improve collaboration between development and operations * Background in finance or Treasury, including payments, wire transfers, reconciliations, and cash flow management