Ciklum is looking for a Senior Python Engineer to join our team full-time in India.
We are a custom product engineering company that supports both multinational organizations and scaling startups to solve their most complex business challenges. With a global team of over 4,000 highly skilled developers, consultants, analysts and product owners, we engineer technology that redefines industries and shapes the way people live.
About the role:
As a Senior Python Engineer, become a part of a cross-functional development team engineering experiences of tomorrow, to design and develop scalable backend systems and AI-powered applications. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Python backend development, API architecture, cloud infrastructure, and modern AI technologies such as Generative AI or Agentic AI.
This role involves building end-to-end AI-driven applications, integrating data platforms, and deploying scalable solutions in cloud environments.
Responsibilities:
- Backend Development
- Design and develop scalable backend services using Python and FastAPI
- Build and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices for data and AI applications
- Ensure high performance, scalability, and security of backend systems
- AI Application Development
- Develop end-to-end applications leveraging Generative AI or Agentic AI frameworks
- Integrate LLMs, AI workflows, and intelligent automation solutions into business applications
- Work on AI orchestration, prompt engineering, and model integration
- Data & Database Management
- Work with SQL-based databases and Databricks (Genie & NLQ) for data processing and analytics
- Design efficient database schemas and data pipelines
- Ensure optimized data retrieval and processing for AI and analytics workloads
- Cloud & Infrastructure
- Deploy and manage applications on cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS
- Implement containerized deployments and scalable infrastructure
- Collaborate with DevOps teams to ensure CI/CD pipelines and cloud best practices
- Collaboration & Architecture
- Work closely with data scientists, product teams, and engineers to design AI-powered solutions
- Translate business requirements into technical architecture and scalable implementations
- Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior engineers
Requirements:
- Backend & Programming
- Strong proficiency in Python
- Experience with FastAPI or similar Python frameworks
- Experience building REST APIs and backend services
- Database & Data Platforms
- Strong experience with SQL
- Experience with Databricks (Genie & NLQ)
- Knowledge of Relational Databases (RDBMS) such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, or SQL Server
- Cloud
- Hands-on experience with at least one cloud platform (Azure or AWS preferred)
- AI & Emerging Technologies
- Experience building end-to-end applications using Generative AI or Agentic AI frameworks (preferred)
- Understanding of LLM integrations and AI workflows
Desirable:
- Front End : React/tailwind
- AWS Bedrock and Agentcore
- Experience with LLM orchestration frameworks (LangChain / LlamaIndex / similar)
- Exposure to vector databases and embeddings
- Experience with Docker and CI/CD pipeline
- Knowledge of microservices architecture
What`s in it for you
- Strong community: Work alongside top professionals in a friendly, open-door environment
- Growth focus: Take on large-scale projects with a global impact and expand your expertise
- Tailored learning: Boost your skills with internal events (meetups, conferences, workshops), Udemy access, language courses, and company-paid certifications
- Endless opportunities: Explore diverse domains through internal mobility, finding the best fit to gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies
- Care: We've got you covered with company-paid medical insurance, mental health support, and financial & legal consultations
About us:
At Ciklum, we are always exploring innovations, empowering each other to achieve more, and engineering solutions that matter. With us, you'll work with cutting-edge technologies, contribute to impactful projects, and be part of a One Team culture that values collaboration and progress.
India is a strategic innovation hub for Ciklum, with growing teams in Chennai and Pune leading advancements in EdgeTech, AR/VR, IoT, and beyond. Join us to collaborate on game-changing solutions and take your career to the next level.
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