About The George Institute

The George Institute for Global Health was established in 1999 with a mission to improve the health of millions of people worldwide particularly underserved populations by challenging the status quo and using innovative approaches to prevent and treat the worlds biggest killers: non-communicable diseases and injury.

With offices in Australia China India and the UK our 700 people support 245 active projects and clinical trials across 50 countries with 400 more staff across our social enterprises. We focus on the global health challenges that cause the greatest loss of life the greatest impairment of life quality and the most substantial economic burden particularly in resource-poor settings.

Together with our academic partners UNSW Sydney in Australia Manipal Academy of Higher Education in India and Imperial College London in the United Kingdom we work with a global network of collaborators undertaking clinical population and health systems research.

Our experts are among the most cited globally bestowed accolades for excellence and innovation and regularly participate in policy fora. Our research is published in leading academic journals referenced in policy documents and recognised for its excellence innovation and impact. We are designated a WHO Collaborating Centre (WHO CC) for Injury Prevention & Trauma Care and a WHO CC for Population Salt Reduction. Since 1999 we have raised more than $1 billion for research and produced over 10000 peer-reviewed publications and other academic outputs.

What we do

• Lead world-class large-scale clinical trials epidemiological studies and health systems research to transform treatments and healthcare delivery
• Look beyondsingle diseases across the life courseto identify patient-centred approaches to care that can be implemented at scale
• Develop low-cost innovative solutions to global unmet needs
• Drive our global impact through a program of research advocacy thought leadership and disruptive social entrepreneurship

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The George Institute India

The George Institute a wholly owned legal not-for-profit Indian research institute has been conducting research related activities in India since 2002. The George Institute Indias mission mirrors that of the parent organization namely the discovery and implementation of solutions to chronic and disabling health problems through research policy development and capacity building.

A number of large-scale projects in population health systems and clinical research funded by a diverse group of sponsors both public and private are conducted in India. The George Institute India comprises two distinct operating groups: Research and Development and Infrastructure and Resources. It has two separate offices - in Hyderabad and New Delhi where the research staff and senior management are based.

Context and Role

The NIHR Global Health Research Centre for Non-Communicable Diseases and Environmental Change aims to be a recognised centre of excellence on non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and global environmental change in low and middle-income countries (LMICs) offering world-leading research training and policy advice for health equity. NIHR-GHRC project will address crucial knowledge gaps through three integrated research themes: 1. Strengthening primary health care and essential public health services for NCD prevention and management in communities affected by rapid environmental change; 2. Developing and evaluating multi-sectoral interventions that have dual benefits in reducing the burden of NCDs and hazardous environmental exposures at the population level; 3. Strengthening engagement of communities in the generation and use of evidence and advocacy for health and environment policy change. All interventions will have a focus on reducing inequities in addition to cost-effectively improving health outcomes

Python Developer will be responsible for to develop and manage all components of 3 major projects Common Data Platform an Early Warning System and an NIHR Multi-Sector Intervention. Architect and implement robust backend solutions using Python Django Flask API and knowledge in micro service architecture. Develop and maintain efficient database structures with expertise in SQL and NoSQL is required. The Python Developer will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to identify and address issues participate in the development process and contribute to the overall improvement.

The Python Developer will be based in Hyderabad but should be willing and able to undertake domestic and international travel as required. The appointment is initially for a period of 12 months with the possibility of extension based on future funding.

Reporting relationships

The Python Developer (He/She) will report to Sridevi Gara Technology Lead. SMARThealth on this project at The George Institute for Global Health India.

Duties and key responsibilities

The Python Developer would be expected to:

Contribute to the design development and implementation of three critical components of SMARThealth : the Common Data Platform an Early Warning System and an NIHR Multi-Sector Intervention.

Key responsibilities

• Write test and maintain efficient reusable and scalable Python code.
• Able to integrate various kind of API and also able to create API to securely access by third party partners.
• Design and develop backend components RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements and deliver solutions.
• Integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
• Able to design and optimize databases such as MariaDB and MongoDB.
• Implement and maintain security and data protection solutions.
• Troubleshoot and debug applications to resolve issues and improve performance and scalability.
• Contribute to the entire software development lifecycle from design to deployment.

• Stay up to date with new Python libraries frameworks and best practices.

As a Team Member:

• Be responsible for day-to-day planning of activities assigned to you
• Timely reporting of study progress to your reporting manager
• Participate in team meetings and activities related to the projects and the Institute as a whole
• Participate in objective setting and performance management
• Participate in special projects to continuously improve processes tools systems and organization

Work Health and Safety

• Comply with GIs Work Health and Safety Policy and related procedures and similar policies which apply when visiting the premises of affiliates and collaborating sites.
• Promote and contribute to a safe secure environment for staff and visitors.
• FOR MANAGERS Ensure direct reports understand and comply with safe work practice and procedures.

Skills Knowledge and Experience

• We are looking for 3-5 years of python development experience candidate. He/she must be well versed Django/flask framework and having good knowledge of MariaDB/MongoDB.

• Strong understanding of Python and its frameworks.
• Experience with python web framework like Django and Flask
• Proficiency with version control systems like Git.
• Familiarity with front-end technologies like HTML CSS and JavaScript is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

General

• Self-starter with good verbal and written communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills work cross-functionally across different project teams and departments.
• Working with your team members on day-to-day development activities.
• Interested and in touch with latest emerging technologies and trends.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills with the ability to quickly identify and document the root cause of issues and effectively communicate possible resolutions.
• Logical analytical methodical approach to problem solving.
• Participate in planning and implementing of personal and career development activities
• Actively develop job-related skills

For more details please see thePosition Descriptionfor this role.

How to apply:

Interested candidates should send their resume with full contact details current and expected CTC/salary. Clearly mentioning the job title by the 10 January 2026

Our big and bold mission to improve the health of millions of people worldwide needs a diverse and innovative team to deliver it. So we foster a dynamic inclusive and flexible workplace where each individual can bring their best selves to work.

Everyone is encouraged to apply including people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds people with a disability people of all gender identities and sexual orientations and mature-aged adults.