Python Backend Developer

About the job About Avinyaa EdTech: At Avinyaa EdTech, we’re not just building a product — we’re building possibilities. We are an education technology company committed to making future-ready careers accessible for everyone. Through a learner-first approach, we provide skilling pathways, mentorship, and practical career support to help individuals unlock their full potential. We’re driven by a team of passionate technologists, educators, and designers working on high-impact solutions. If you’re excited about technology with a purpose and love solving real-world problems, you’ll feel right at home here. About the Role: We’re hiring a Python Backend Developer who’s confident working with frameworks like FastAPI and Flask , and has hands-on experience with MongoDB . In this role, you’ll design and build scalable backend services that power our core learning and career platforms. You’ll work closely with front-end developers, product designers, and QA engineers to deliver reliable, high-performance APIs and backend logic. This role is ideal for someone with 2-4 years of strong backend development experience , who enjoys clean architecture, performance tuning, and working in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: · Design, develop, and maintain robust backend systems using Python (FastAPI/Flask) · Build RESTful APIs and integrate with frontend, mobile, and third-party systems · Work with MongoDB for data modeling, query optimization, and schema design · Write clean, testable, and well-documented code following best practices · Optimize performance, scalability, and security of backend services · Collaborate closely with product managers, frontend developers, and QA engineers · Troubleshoot bugs, identify bottlenecks, and implement long-term fixes · Participate in code reviews, architecture discussions, and sprint planning Education Requirements: · Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field · Certifications in Python or backend development are a bonus What You Bring: · 2–4 years of backend development experience using Python · Proficiency in FastAPI and/or Flask frameworks · Strong understanding of REST API design , security, and integration · Experience working with MongoDB (Mongoose, indexes, aggregation pipelines, etc.) · Familiarity with version control (Git), CI/CD pipelines, and cloud deployments · Ability to write unit and integration tests using Pytest or similar frameworks · Clear understanding of asynchronous programming and performance tuning in Python · Team-oriented mindset and a passion for writing clean, scalable code Bonus if you have: · Experience working in a startup or edtech/SaaS environment · Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, or deployment on platforms like AWS/GCP · Familiarity with SQL databases or hybrid setups Why Join Avinyaa EdTech? · Mission-led, purpose-driven culture. · A chance to work at the intersection of technology and social impact.