Senior Python Developer

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 18 of the Fortune 50 companies 7 of the 10 top US banks 9 of the 10 technology companies 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 have delivered 26sequential quarters of growth with $487.6M in Q4 FY26 revenue up 7.8% Q-o-Q and 20.0% Y-o-Y. Our 29500global team members located in 21 countries have been instrumental in helping the market leaders transform their industries. We received five awards at the ISG (Information Services Group) Provider Lens Awards 2026 and for the second year in a row were awarded the Growth Honor of the Year at the Everest Group Elevate 2026.

AboutPosition:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Python Developer to design develop and maintain scalable enterprise applications and APIs. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in Python FastAPI and SQL with the ability to build robust backend services integrate with modern frontend applications and support analytics-driven business solutions. This role offers an opportunity to work on high-performance applications dashboard solutions authentication frameworks and enterprise-grade integrations while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative technology solutions.

• Role: Senior Python Developer
• Location: Pune
• Experience: Between 8 to 12 Years
• Job Type: Full Time Employment

WhatYoullDo:

• Design develop and maintain scalable backend applications and RESTful APIs using Python and FastAPI.
• Build optimize and manage database-driven applications leveraging SQL technologies.
• Develop and support enterprise applications that integrate with frontend platforms built using React and JavaScript.
• Design and implement secure API integrations for seamless communication between systems and services.
• Support BI360 dashboards analytics platforms and data visualization solutions through backend services and integrations.
• Implement authentication and authorization frameworks including Single Sign-On (SSO) JOSSO and Role-Based Access Control (RBAC).
• Support customer onboarding and multi-tenant application environments.
• Manage application-level user access and support Linux user and group management activities where required.
• Collaborate with architects developers product owners QA teams and business stakeholders to design and deliver new capabilities.
• Develop reusable APIs utilities and framework components to improve maintainability and scalability.
• Troubleshoot application API integration authentication database and performance-related issues.
• Conduct code reviews and follow software engineering best practices.
• Optimize application performance scalability reliability and security.
• Participate in testing deployment production support and issue resolution activities.
• Create and maintain technical documentation knowledge articles and implementation guides.

ExpertiseYoullBring:

• 8-12 years of hands-on experience in software development using Python.
• Strong expertise in Python programming and backend application development.
• Hands-on experience developing RESTful APIs using FastAPI or similar frameworks.
• Strong SQL skills with experience in database design query optimization and performance tuning.
• Experience integrating backend applications with modern frontend frameworks such as React.
• Knowledge of authentication and authorization mechanisms including SSO JOSSO OAuth JWT and RBAC.
• Experience working with enterprise-grade multi-tenant applications.
• Working knowledge of Linux environments user management and system administration concepts.
• Strong understanding of API lifecycle management and integration best practices.
• Experience with HTML5 CSS3 JavaScript and frontend integration concepts.
• Understanding of application security secure coding practices and vulnerability mitigation.
• Experience with Git source control management code reviews and Agile development methodologies.
• Strong debugging troubleshooting and performance optimization capabilities.
• Excellent communication stakeholder management and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as within distributed Agile teams.

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.