Senior Python Developer – AI Applications

Job Description

About Mitsogo

Mitsogo is a global organization that highly values the contributions of each employee. Our ability to attract top talent is a testament to our commitment to fostering a sense of belonging for everyone. We recognize the rapid evolution of technology and society that impacts our industry, and we prioritize equipping our employees with diverse opportunities and empowering them with a wide range of skills.

About Hexnode

Hexnode, the Enterprise software division of Mitsogo Inc., was founded with a mission to simplify the way people work. Operating in over 100 countries, Hexnode UEM empowers organizations in diverse sectors. Fuelling the transformation to a seamless ecosystem of connected tools, Hexnode is revolutionizing the enterprise software and cybersecurity landscape.

About the Role

We are looking for a Senior Python Developer to join our engineering team in Chennai . This role focuses on building scalable backend services and AI-driven integrations using Python and FastAPI.

You will design and implement secure APIs, integrate with AI / LLM systems, and optimize performance for enterprise-grade applications. While this role does not involve building IDEs, familiarity with modern AI-assisted coding environments (e.g., Windsurf, Cursor, VS Code with AI plugins) will be considered a plus.

Key Responsibilities

Design and develop backend services using Python (FastAPI, async).

Build and maintain RESTful APIs for frontend integration (React-based).

Integrate with AI / LLM APIs (OpenAI, Anthropic, HuggingFace, etc.).

Optimize backend for performance, scalability, and security .

Implement authentication / authorization (OAuth2, JWT, RBAC) .

Manage databases (Postgres / MySQL) and caching (Redis) .

Maintain CI / CD pipelines, testing (pytest), and observability .

Collaborate with frontend and product teams to deliver features end-to-end.

Mentor mid-level developers and enforce best practices.

Requirements

7–9 years professional experience in backend development.

Strong expertise in Python 3.x, FastAPI, async / await, and modular system design .

Hands-on with databases, caching, Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms (AWS / GCP / Azure) .

Strong knowledge of API design, system architecture, and performance optimization .

Experience integrating AI / LLM systems into backend workflows.

Excellent debugging, problem-solving, and technical leadership skills.

Nice-to-Have

Familiarity with Windsurf, Cursor, or VS Code AI plugins (usage experience).

Knowledge of GraphQL or WebSockets for real-time features.

Exposure to enterprise SaaS, developer tools, or security platforms .

Experience mentoring and reviewing code for mid-level / junior engineers.

What We Offer

Full ownership of backend modules with high visibility.

Opportunity to work on modern AI-driven applications .

Strong, collaborative on-site engineering culture in Chennai .