Backend Python Developer

We are looking for a skilled Backend Python Developer to design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in Python, hands-on experience building production-grade REST APIs, and a solid understanding of microservices architecture and relational databases., * Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications using Python.

• Build and maintain production-ready REST APIs using FastAPI, Django, or Flask.
• Develop, optimize, and manage relational databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, or SQL Server.
• Design and implement microservices-based architectures for scalable applications.
• Collaborate with frontend developers, QA engineers, and product teams to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code following best practices.
• Troubleshoot production issues, perform root cause analysis, and optimize application performance.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of development processes.
• Work with Git-based version control and CI/CD pipelines for deployments.

• 4+ years of hands-on experience in Python backend development.
• Strong expertise in FastAPI, Django, or Flask.
• Experience developing and consuming REST APIs.
• Strong knowledge of relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server).
• Experience with microservices architecture.
• Good understanding of API security, authentication (JWT/OAuth), and best practices.
• Familiarity with Git and Agile development methodologies.
• Strong debugging, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Exposure AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Knowledge of asynchronous programming in Python.
• Experience with Redis, RabbitMQ, or Kafka.
• Familiarity with automated testing frameworks such as PyTest.

Nice to Have

• Experience supporting production applications.
• Knowledge of monitoring and logging tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, Datadog, etc.).
• Experience working in cloud-native environments.

$35 - $50 an hour - Contract

Company Overview: NextAmp LLC is a digital modernization services company focused on transforming the insurance industry. We help insurance organizations redesign their workflows and build AI-powered, automated systems that improve efficiency and accuracy. Our solutions streamline key operational areas such as claims processing, underwriting, billing, and back-office operations.