Job Summary We are looking for an experienced Python Developer to join our Vulnerability Management Platforms team. In this role, you'll lead the design and development of robust, high-performance RESTful APIs that underpin our core security infrastructure. You will have the opportunity to own key backend services, collaborate across engineering disciplines, and contribute directly to architectural decisions in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable REST APIs using FastAPI
• Write modular, clean, and efficient Python code with maintainability and performance in mind
• Develop and tune PostgreSQL schemas and complex SQL queries using SQLModel
• Implement caching, rate-limiting, and async workflows leveraging Redis and modern tools
• Create and manage automated test suites (unit, integration) with a focus on test-driven development
• Monitor, profile, and optimize API performance and ensure robust security controls
• Implement data logging, auditing, and lifecycle mechanisms in line with compliance policies
• Identify and manage stale data through archiving and purging in accordance with data retention policies
• Collaborate with frontend, DevOps, and QA teams to deliver seamless, end-to-end functionality
• Participate in code reviews, provide mentorship, and support junior engineers
• Partner with the system architect to influence and contribute to the overall platform design and microservices strategy

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience with Python in a production environment
• Deep expertise in FastAPI, or equivalent REST frameworks like Flask or Django REST Framework
• Proficient in REST API design, asynchronous programming, and performance optimization
• Strong experience with PostgreSQL and the SQLModel ORM (or similar)
• Solid knowledge of API security, including authentication and authorization patterns
• Practical experience with Docker, and deploying services to Kubernetes or OpenShift
• Familiarity with test automation, continuous integration, and Agile development practices
• Hands-on knowledge of caching, rate limiting, and structured logging
• Excellent communication skills and a strong team-oriented mindset
• Proven track record of learning new technologies and improving development workflows

Preferred / Nice to Have

• Experience with event-driven systems (e.g., Kafka or similar)
• Deep understanding of microservices architecture and inter-service communication
• Familiarity with observability tools such as Prometheus, OpenTelemetry, or Grafana
• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines, DevSecOps practices, and infrastructure automation