Software Development Engineer I - Python / Django

Backend Developer (Django)

Job Description :

At GeeksforGeeks, we are committed to building world-class products that empower learners, developers, and organizations worldwide. We are looking for a skilled and passionate Backend Developer with expertise in Django and REST API development to join our growing engineering team. In this role, you will play a key part in developing, enhancing, and scaling functionalities across our various domains, ensuring that our products remain robust, secure, and efficient for millions of users.

Roles & Responsibilities :

As a Backend Developer at GeeksforGeeks, you will :

• Take ownership of designing, developing, and improving backend functionalities across multiple GeeksforGeeks platforms and domains.
• Build and maintain REST APIs to support core backend services, including authentication, authorization, user management, and data access control, ensuring seamless integration with our front-end systems.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including product managers, frontend developers, and designers to deliver scalable and user-friendly solutions.
• Optimize backend architecture for performance, scalability, and reliability while maintaining high security standards.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code, adhering to best practices and coding standards.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve production issues in a timely manner to ensure minimal downtime.
• Contribute to improving system design, data structures, and algorithms to enhance efficiency and performance.
• Participate in code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and mentor junior developers when required.
• Work with cloud-based environments, particularly Amazon AWS, to deploy and maintain scalable applications.
• Continuously learn and adapt to emerging technologies, tools, and practices to keep the GeeksforGeeks platforms innovative and competitive.

Desired Skills & Qualifications :

We are looking for candidates who bring a strong technical foundation and a problem-solving mindset. The ideal candidate will have :

backend services.

Why Join Us?

At GeeksforGeeks, you will be part of a mission-driven team that impacts millions of learners and tech professionals globally. You will get the opportunity to work on challenging projects, explore cutting-edge technologies, and continuously grow both technically and professionally. If you are passionate about backend development, problem-solving, and building products that make a difference, this is the role for you.

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