Title: Django Back-End Developer

Role: Engineering / Computer Sciences

Category: Full Time - Hybrid

Location: Kolkata, India

Start Date: Immediate

Affiliation: External - for strategic partner in India

Position Summary

On behalf of our strategic partner in India, we are actively seeking a Django Back-End Developer who is a highly motivated team player with a passion for solving complex problems within the Healthcare sector with real world implications.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in back-end web development, server-side logic, and database management, working closely with front-end developers to deliver seamless, fully-functional web applications for the Healthcare sector.

In this role, you will be responsible for working with the core infrastructure that powers our applications, ensuring that the back-end is optimized for both performance and scalability.

You will work closely with front-end developers (using React.js or similar frameworks) to ensure proper integration of UI/UX elements into applications. Front-end experience is not required, however familiarity with how front-end components communicate with back-end is essential. You are expected to be an expert in Python and be highly proficient in Django frameworks.

Our project involves developing complex systems for medical data management, where security, accuracy, and efficiency are critical. We need a Back-End developer who can take work on the server-side logic, database architecture, and ensure that the web application meets the highest standards of performance and security. There is plenty of AI related work & projects.

You will be working in a collaborative environment with teams located in the United States, South East Asia and the Middle East in delivering solutions that align with our business goals and technical requirements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

· Design and implement scalable, secure server-side logic and APIs using Django/Django REST Framework.

· Architect and optimize database structures (SQL) for efficient data storage, retrieval, and complex medical data workflows.

· Develop and maintain background task processing systems for asynchronous and long-running operations.

· Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate user interfaces with back-end services via RESTful APIs.

· Ensure high performance, scalability, and reliability of applications handling large volumes of data and traffic.

· Implement and enforce security best practices, including authentication, data encryption, and vulnerability protection.

· Conduct code reviews, testing, debugging, and performance optimization.

· Participate in Agile processes (sprints, planning, retrospectives) and work effectively in a distributed team environment.

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS (Mandatory)

· Strong expertise in Python and Django (including Django REST Framework).

· Solid experience building and maintaining RESTful APIs.

· Proficiency in relational databases, particularly PostgreSQL (MySQL experience is a plus).

· Hands-on experience with Celery + Redis for background tasks and asynchronous processing.

· Experience with Docker for containerization and deployment.

· Working knowledge of cloud platforms (GCP, AWS, or Azure).

· Understanding of front-end/back-end integration patterns (especially with React.js consuming APIs).

· Strong grasp of secure coding practices, JWT/OAuth authentication, data encryption, and web application security.

· Version control with Git and basic familiarity with CI/CD pipelines

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

· Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

· 4–5+ years of professional experience in backend development, with at least 3 years focused on Django.

· Proven track record of delivering production-grade web applications, preferably in Healthcare or data-intensive domains.

· Basic English communication skills (written and spoken) to work effectively with global teams.

ADDITIONAL/ PREFERRED SKILLS

· Experience integrating AI models, AI agents, or frameworks such as LangChain (tool-calling, RAG, etc.).

· Exposure to large-scale or high-traffic systems.

· Familiarity with Agile methodologies and collaborative development practices.

· Knowledge of NoSQL databases (as a complement to SQL).

· Experience with monitoring, logging, and advanced performance tuning tools.

TRACK RECORD: Candidates must have a proven track record of past experiences / projects.

COMMUNICATIONS: BASIC English language skills is considered essential to communicate with global teams.

START DATE: IMMEDIATELY

DURATION: This opportunity initiates in a hybrid environment for two (2) months on a Probationary basis with the potential to convert into a Full-Time position based on performance and review metrics.

CONTRACT REMUNERATION: Competitive & Negotiable based on experience.

PLEASE NOTE:

1. We review applications on a rolling basis, early applications are strongly encouraged!

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Disclaimer: American Tiger LLC & R.A.V.I.D. LLC are US entities that work with their strategic partners and clients globally. All opportunities come with the necessary high level of confidentiality, privacy, and intellectual property undertakings along with the necessary accompanying Legal Contract and its Terms, to include candidates agreement to be in compliance of the candidates own countries tax rules and regulations.

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