Backend Python Lead
First seen by Alion on Oct 30, 2026.
About the Role:
We are looking for an experienced Python Backend Lead with strong expertise in Python backend development, FastAPI, and AI-driven services. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in designing, developing, and deploying scalable backend applications and integrating AI/ML services into enterprise applications.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable, high-performance backend applications using Python.
- Build robust RESTful APIs and microservices using FastAPI.
- Develop clean, reusable, and maintainable code following industry best practices.
- Design and implement backend services integrating AI/ML models and AI-powered applications.
- Develop APIs to expose AI capabilities to internal and external applications.
- Lead and mentor a team of Python backend developers.
- Drive technical decisions, architecture discussions, and problem-solving initiatives.
- Manage team allocation, task prioritization, and delivery timelines.
- Coordinate with product managers, architects, QA teams, and other stakeholders.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Strong hands-on experience in Python backend development.
- Expertise in FastAPI framework and REST API development.
- Experience in designing and developing scalable backend systems and microservices.
- Good understanding of AI services, AI/ML integrations, and model-serving architectures.
- Experience working with LLM-based applications and Generative AI services.
- Familiarity with LangChain, LlamaIndex, or similar AI frameworks.
- Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
- Knowledge of Kubernetes and containerized application deployment.
- Proven experience in team leadership, mentoring, and people management.
Skills
Python, FastAPI, RESTful API, Microservices Architecture, AI Integration, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, LLM, AWS, LangChain, System Design