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# Django Backend Lead Developer

- **Company:** Genesis10
- **Location:** Jersey City, NJ, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $181,210.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Microsoft Azure, Big Data, Cloud Computing, Code Review, Django Web Framework, Python (Programming Language), NoSQL, Software Deployment, SQL Databases, Web Services, Database Performance, Backend, Git, Data Lakes, Pyspark, Information Technology, Restful APIs, Databricks
- **Published:** August 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/d09e3263-0865-4d5b-b0d0-9319e31c23de

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
 * 10+ years of experience in backend development
 * 10+ years of experience with Django
 * Proven experience with Azure Cloud services
 * Demonstrate strong commitment, a proactive mindset, and a clear sense of ownership in delivering outcomes
 * Strong understanding of RESTful APIs and web services
 * Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
 * Familiarity with Agile methodologies
 * Experience with database management (SQL and NoSQL)

Desired skills:

 * Python
 * Azure Databricks
 * Delta Lake and Delta tables
 * PySpark
 * Git

## Description

We are seeking an experienced Django Backend Lead Developer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in backend development, cloud technologies, and bigdata processing. This role involves leading technical projects, mentoring junior developers, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality solutions., * Lead the development of backend systems using Django

 * Design and implement scalable and secure APIs
 * Integrate Azure Cloud services for application deployment and management
 * Collaborate with front-end developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to deliver comprehensive solutions
 * Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to best practices
 * Mentor and guide junior developers
 * Optimize database performance and manage data storage solutions
 * Ensure high performance and security standards for applications
 * Participate in architecture design and technical decision-making


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