About Sonata Software

Sonata Software, with over $1.2 Billion Revenue, is a leading AI-first Modernization Engineering company, powered by our unique Platformation TM framework. Our 6400+ AI Engineers are helping enterprises transform from systems to intelligent business platforms leveraging partner ecosystem to drive speed, efficiency and growth. Our bouquet of Modernization Engineering Services with AI -first approach cuts across Cloud, Data, AI, Dynamics, Test Automation, and Managed Services.

Sonata's AI-led modernization is enabled by a powerful suite of proprietary tools and assets. At the core is the Harmoni.AI Enterprise Platform, which includes Agent Bridge -a governance and observability framework; Agent Builder -a development toolkit for fungible agents integrated into enterprise systems; and the Agent Marketplace -an internal ecosystem for modular, reusable agents.

Headquartered in Bengaluru, India, Sonata Software has a strong global presence, including key regions US, UK, India, Malaysia, Mexico, Australia, DACH (Germany/Switzerland) & Nordics (Finland). We are a trusted partner of Fortune 500 companies in Banking, Financial Services and Insurance; Healthcare and Lifesciences; Telecom, Media, and Technology; and Retail, Manufacturing and Distribution space.

Deep collaborations with partners like Microsoft, AWS, Salesforce, and Snowflake strengthen our ability to deliver cutting-edge AI solutions. Our 30+years of partnership with Microsoft, and being part of the elite Microsoft Inner Circle, places us among the top 1% of global Microsoft partners. Sonata is now among the first companies to earn the Microsoft Frontier Partner Badge Also; Sonata Software is proud to achieve AWS Premier Tier Status in the AWS Partner Network. Job Title: Lead Python Django Developer

Experience: 10+ Years

Location: Hyderabad

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Python Django Developer with over 10 years of hands-on experience in building scalable, high-performance web applications. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Python, Django, RESTful APIs, and AWS cloud services, and will play a key role in designing, developing, and architecting enterprise-grade solutions. Experience with GraphQL will be considered a strong added advantage.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain robust backend applications using Python and Django
Architect and implement RESTful APIs for web and mobile applications
Build scalable, secure, and high-availability solutions on AWS
Lead technical design discussions and provide architectural guidance
Optimize application performance, security, and scalability
Collaborate closely with front-end developers, product managers, and DevOps teams
Mentor junior developers and conduct code reviews to ensure best practices
Ensure adherence to coding standards, CI/CD processes, and agile methodologies
Troubleshoot complex production issues and deliver long-term solutions

Mandatory Skills & Qualifications

10+ years of overall experience in backend development
Strong expertise in Python and Django Framework
Extensive experience in building and consuming RESTful APIs
Hands-on experience with AWS services, such as:

EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda
API Gateway, CloudWatch, IAM

Strong knowledge of Relational Databases (PostgreSQL/MySQL) and ORM concepts
Solid understanding of Linux, version control (Git), and modern development workflows
Experience with application security, performance tuning, and scalability

Added Advantage (Good to Have)

Experience in GraphQL (schema design, resolvers, integrations)
Exposure to microservices architecture
Experience with Docker / Kubernetes
Familiarity with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, etc.)
Knowledge of frontend integration (React, Angular, or Vue) is a plus

Why join Sonata Software

At Sonata, you´ll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what´s possible. To build never seen before solutions to some of the world's toughest problems. You´ll be challenged, but you will not be alone. You´ll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next.

Sonata Software is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

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