IT Senior Associate - Software Engineer (Django)

About Datahash: Datahash is a leading first party data platform that has evolved to become a privacy centric, smart, affordable Customer Data Platform. Datahash's low-code, no-code platform enables marketers to unlock the value of their customer data by providing safe, compliant integrations between web, app, E-commerce, CRM, Marketing Automation, Data warehouses and Ad Channel accounts. Datahash is one of the very few companies having badged partnerships with channels like Meta, Snapchat, TikTok, etc. Datahash is a thought leader on most important digital marketing topics of today, namely first party data and third party cookie deprecation. Location: Bangalore

Job Summary: We are looking for a Senior Python Web Application Developer with expertise in the Django framework to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience building serverless, microservices-based applications, with a strong background in AWS, DevOps, CI/CD, and software design principles. Candidates should have a strong analytical background and exceptional problem-solving abilities, coupled with a passion for innovation. This role will be instrumental in developing scalable, secure, and efficient web applications that support our company’s growth and innovation.

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Responsibilities: Application Development: Design, develop, and maintain high-quality Python-based web applications using the Django framework, ensuring that they are scalable, secure, and performant. AWS & Serverless Architecture: Build and deploy applications on AWS using serverless and microservices architectures, utilizing services such as AWS Lambda, API Gateway, S3, DynamoDB, RDS, and other AWS tools as needed. Collaborative Development: Work closely with cross-functional teams including frontend developers, DevOps, QA, and product managers to deliver feature-rich applications that meet business requirements. Software Design and Best Practices: Apply software design principles and best practices to ensure that applications are maintainable, modular, and highly testable. Create detailed design documentation, code reviews, and unit/integration tests. Production Support and Troubleshooting: Use application monitoring and logging solutions to quickly identify and resolve issues in production environments.

Requirements Technical Qualifications: 5+ years of professional experience in web application development using Python and Django. Strong understanding of AWS services (ECS, Lambda, API Gateway, S3, DynamoDB, RDS, etc.). Proficiency in Python and Django, including Django REST Framework (DRF) for building APIs. Experience with building highly distributed and scalable solutions via serverless, micro-service and service oriented architecture Good Understanding of Unit test frameworks, code quality tools and CICD Familiarity with database management and ORM concepts, including experience with both relational (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (DynamoDB) databases. Ability to learn new skills, tools, development kits, frameworks, etc independently. Understanding of end-to-end software development lifecycle and Agile methodology. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and critical thinking. Excellent communication skills for collaboration with technical and non-technical teams. Ability to mentor junior developers and contribute to a collaborative team environment.