HRC Global Services
Senior Backend Engineer Python/Django - (GCP)
HRC Global ServicesCanada1 day ago
ContractEngineering, Information Technology
Job Description

Senior Backend Engineer with deep expertise in Python, Django, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP)

This role will focus on building scalable backend services, secure APIs, and cloud-native applications using modern DevOps practices and AI integrations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Python 3.x, Django 5.x, and Django REST Framework
  • Architect and optimize databases using PostgreSQL v14+ or AlloyDB
  • Implement secure authentication and authorization flows using SAML
  • Build and deploy microservices on Google Cloud Platform, especially Cloud Run
  • Integrate and manage CI/CD pipelines using Bitbucket and Jenkins
  • Collaborate with frontend, DevOps, and product teams to deliver high-quality features
  • Work with LLMs like Google Gemini and OpenAI for intelligent automation and data enrichment
  • Containerize applications using Docker and contribute to deployment pipeline automation

Required Qualifications

  • 5+ years of professional experience in backend development
  • Strong proficiency in Python and Django
  • Hands-on experience with Django REST Framework
  • Solid understanding of PostgreSQL or AlloyDB performance tuning and schema design
  • Experience with SAML for enterprise-grade authentication
  • Proven experience deploying applications on Google Cloud Platform, especially Cloud Run
  • Familiarity with Bitbucket and Jenkins for version control and CI/CD
  • Exposure to LLMs (Google Gemini, OpenAI) in production or experimental environments
  • Strong knowledge of Docker and container orchestration
  • Experience automating deployment pipelines and infrastructure as code
  • Familiarity with agile methodologies and collaborative development practices

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