Architect

About Persistent

We are an AI-led platform-driven Digital Engineering and Enterprise Modernization partner combining deep technical expertise and industry experience to help our clients anticipate whats next. Our offerings and proven solutions create a unique competitive advantage for our clients by giving them the power to see beyond and rise above. We work with many industry-leading organizations across the world including 20 Fortune 50 companies and 4 of the 5 top banks in both the US and India and numerous innovators across the healthcare ecosystem.

Our disruptors mindset commitment to client success and agility to thrive in the dynamic environment have enabled us to sustain our growth momentum. Persistent has been recognized across top industry platforms for innovation leadership and inclusion. We reported $1654.4M FY26 revenue with 17.4% Y-o-Y growth. We have delivered 24 sequential quarters of growth with $436.0M in Q4 FY26 revenue up 3.2% Q-o-Q and 16.2% Y-o-Y growth. Our 27500 global team members located in 18 countries have been instrumental in helping the market leaders transform their industries.

AboutPosition:

We are seeking a highly experienced Python Lead/Architect with deep expertise in Python development modern web architectures and Generative AI technologies. The ideal candidate will be responsible for defining technical architecture leading development teams and delivering scalable enterprise-grade applications using Python Django Flask FastAPI and cloud-native technologies. This role requires a strong blend of hands-on technical expertise solution architecture capabilities leadership skills and experience implementing AI-powered business solutions.

• Role: Python Lead/Architect
• Location: Pune
• Experience: Between 12 to 17 Years
• Job Type: Full Time Employment

WhatYoullDo:

• Architect and lead the development of enterprise-scale web applications using Python-based frameworks and modern frontend technologies.
• Design develop and maintain backend services using Python Django Flask FastAPI and asynchronous programming frameworks.
• Develop and integrate RESTful APIs microservices and event-driven services.
• Lead integration initiatives with third-party systems external platforms and enterprise applications.
• Design scalable and resilient application architectures leveraging microservices and distributed systems principles.
• Implement Generative AI-powered solutions and integrate Large Language Models into enterprise workflows.
• Design and build AI-enabled applications utilizing prompt engineering intelligent automation and AI orchestration frameworks.
• Collaborate with frontend developers DevOps engineers architects and product managers to deliver business solutions.
• Define API governance standards security controls and development best practices.
• Optimize applications for scalability performance security availability and maintainability.
• Design messaging and event-processing solutions using Kafka RabbitMQ and related technologies.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines deployment automation and DevOps best practices.
• Conduct architecture reviews code reviews and solution design assessments.
• Mentor development teams and provide technical leadership across multiple projects.
• Support production environments troubleshoot critical issues and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies AI trends cloud-native architectures and industry best practices.

ExpertiseYoullBring:

• 12 to 17 years of software development experience with extensive expertise in Python application development.
• Strong hands-on experience with Python frameworks including Django Flask and FastAPI.
• Proven experience designing and implementing large-scale enterprise applications and solution architectures.
• Strong understanding of software architecture principles object-oriented design and design patterns.
• Experience developing event-driven and asynchronous applications.
• Hands-on expertise with Kafka RabbitMQ Celery and messaging platforms.
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture and distributed systems.
• Experience designing and developing RESTful APIs and OpenAPI/Swagger-based services.
• Strong backend development expertise including API design business logic implementation and integration services.
• Experience with and modern frontend application development.
• Expertise in database design optimization and development using PostgreSQL MySQL MongoDB Oracle or equivalent databases.
• Experience integrating third-party APIs and enterprise business systems.
• Hands-on experience with Docker Kubernetes and containerized application deployments.
• Strong cloud experience with AWS Azure or Google Cloud Platform.
• Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines automated testing frameworks and DevOps methodologies.
• Knowledge of Generative AI technologies LLMs prompt engineering RAG architectures and AI orchestration frameworks.
• Experience building AI-powered enterprise solutions and integrating AI services into business applications.
• Strong understanding of security best practices authentication authorization and secure API development.
• Experience working in Agile and Scrum-based development environments.
• Exceptional leadership stakeholder management mentoring and communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead technical discussions architecture reviews and engineering transformation initiatives.
• Strong analytical troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
• Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties flexible work hours and Long Service awards
• Annual health check-ups
• Insurance coverage: group term life personal accident and Mediclaim hospitalization for self spouse two children and parents

Values-DrivenPeople-Centric&InclusiveWorkEnvironment:

Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals including those with disabilities and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

• We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
• Our office is accessibility-friendly with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
• If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment.

Lets unleash your full potential at Persistent - is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.