We are looking for a **Lead Python Developer** to architect and deliver scalable backend solutions and APIs for modern web platforms. You will leverage your expertise in Python and container orchestration technologies like Kubernetes, collaborating closely with frontend teams to create robust, efficient applications. Join us to lead impactful projects and elevate your professional growth. **Responsibilities** * Develop and enhance database\-driven web applications using Python * Design and implement RESTful APIs and JSON data interfaces * Manage deployment of applications in reliable production settings * Utilize Docker and Kubernetes for effective container management and orchestration * Apply object\-oriented programming and solid application architecture principles * Work extensively with RDBMS databases, particularly PostgreSQL * Collaborate with cross\-functional teams to integrate backend services with frontend components * Maintain version control using Git and oversee codebase management * Conduct code reviews and uphold high\-quality coding standards * Optimize application performance, scalability, and security measures * Support continuous integration and deployment workflows * Contribute actively to testing frameworks and test\-driven development * Coordinate with UI/UX teams to ensure backend supports user experience goals * Monitor and resolve production environment issues * Keep current with emerging technologies and best practices in Python backend development **Requirements** * Proven experience of 5\+ years developing database\-driven web applications and scalable backend systems * Strong command of RDBMS technologies, especially PostgreSQL * Advanced programming skills in complex Python applications * Solid experience in creating and consuming RESTful APIs and handling JSON * Proficiency in deploying applications to production environments * Hands\-on expertise with Docker, Kubernetes, and Git version control * Deep understanding of object\-oriented programming and application design patterns * Familiarity with Swagger/OpenAPI 3\.0 specifications * Knowledge of continuous integration and testing methodologies * Strong grasp of test\-driven development and agile workflows * Experience with Web UI frameworks such as React/Redux considered a plus * Upper\-Intermediate English proficiency (B2\) for effective communication * Ability to collaborate efficiently within team settings * Excellent analytical thinking and problem\-solving capabilities **Nice to have** * Experience designing ML architectures and working with Apache Spark * Familiarity with ETL/ELT processes and Snowflake data warehousing platform * Understanding of UX design concepts * Background in Node.js development * Experience building cloud\-native applications