Django Developer

A) About Mercados Energy Markets India Pvt. Ltd

Mercados Energy Markets India Pvt. Ltd. (Mercados) is a specialist consultancy firm, exclusively focused on business solutions in the energy and environment domain.

Having begun our operations in India in 2008 supporting clients across the energy sector, we strive to promote efficient and sustainable energy markets; design effective regulations and assist energy businesses to succeed. Our approach integrates innovative, state-of-the-art techniques with practical, tailor-made solutions to solve current energy sector challenges. We have permanent offices in New Delhi (head office),Gurgaon, Mumbai, Ahmedabad and Lucknow.

Mercados has presence across the Energy Value Chain and serves Clients both in the public and private domain. Mercados operates under two broad verticals, namely ‘Management Consulting’ and ‘Enterprise SaaS’. While the Management Consulting Vertical provides leading edge Advisory solutions to generation companies with over 42 GWs of conventional and renewable energy-based capacities, distribution companies with over 54 million consumers and large industrial consumers : the Enterprise SaaS Vertical aims at offering tailor-made digital solutions, power portfolio management, generation planning and algorithmic trading solutions– “Joule OS” - to Utilities in India.

Our Consulting portfolio envelopes diverse segments like ‘Strategy and Business Growth’, ‘Policy, Economic Analysis and Regulations’, ‘Planning, Energy Markets C Simulation Models’, ‘Transaction Advisory Services’, ‘Integrated Energy Supply Services’ and ‘Performance Improvement (Utility Management Services)’.

B) About the Role :

Project Execution : Assist the Project Managerin the successful execution of IT projectswithin the Indian PowerSector, contributing to go-live timelines and deliverables.

Full-Stack Development : Maintain and enhance existing web applications built with Django and (MySql / MongoDB), ensuringsmooth functionality, optimalperformance, and scalability.

IT Systems G Data Management : Manage IT systems,custom database tables,and dynamic forms with advanced validation rules to ensure data integrity.

Bug Identification G Resolution : Proactively monitor applications, identifyissues, and implement effective fixes to deliver a seamless user experience.

Client Interaction : Engage with clients to gather requirements, clarify specifications, and translate change requests into actionable development tasks.

Feature Integration G Upgrades : Analyze client needs and integrate new features or enhancements into existing projects whilepreserving system stability.

Custom Reporting : Design, create, and maintainreports tailored to client requirements, delivering accurate and actionable insights.

Data Analytics Application : Apply analytics skills within projects to optimize IT processes and support decision-making.

Team Collaboration : Work effectively with IT Domain Experts and other stakeholders to achieve project goals.

Technical Expertise : Utilize strong skills in database (MySql / MongoDB), Python (Django framework), and general CS / IT practices to build secure and maintainable code.

Problem Solving : Identify and resolve IT-related issues during projectimplementation with a solutions-oriented mindset.

Documentation G Reporting : Document code changes, IT processes, validation logic, and reporting structures, while keeping the Project Manager updated.

Continuous Improvement : Contribute to the on going optimization of IT processes and web applications within the power sector.

C) Detailed expectations from the role :

Take ownership of existing Django applications, ensuringcontinuous improvements, robust performance, and long-term maintainability.

Engage with stakeholders to capture businessneeds, clarify functional requirements, and convert them into practical technical solutions.

Anticipate and resolveissues proactively, delivering quick and effective fixes while maintaining code quality standards.

Design and implement new modules, integrations, and upgrades that enhance usability and align with evolving client expectations.

Manage complex datastructures with precision, and deliver tailored reports that providemeaningful insights for decision-making.

Apply strong expertisein (MySql / MongoDB), Django,and modern web development practicesto deliver scalable, secure, and efficient solutions.

Document technical work clearly, track progress against milestones, and communicate updates effectively to project leadership.

D) Required skill set

Frontend : HTML5, CSS3, React.js

Backend : Django Framework, Python, Django REST Framework (DRF) for API development

Databases : MySǪL / MongoDB

Data Management G Reporting : Experience in building dynamic forms, implementing validation rules, and designing custom reports / dashboards.

Version Control G Deployment : Git / GitHub

E) Education and Experience

BCA / MCA / B. Tech (CS / IT) / BE (CS / IT).

At least 5 years’ experience in assignments with experience in IT systems, dashboard management and data analytics.

F) Location

Base location shall be Lucknow Uttar Pradesh.

G) Remuneration Structure

We offer a motivation based and competitive reward package.