Lead Python Engineer

About the Position

Ciklum is looking for a Lead Python Engineer to join our team full-time in India. We are a custom product engineering company that supports both multinational organizations and scaling startups to solve their most complex business challenges. With a global team of over 4,000 highly skilled developers, consultants, analysts, and product owners, we engineer technology that redefines industries and shapes the way people live.

Responsibilities

• Architecture & Technical Leadership

  • Design and architect scalable backend platforms using Python and FastAPI
  • Define technical standards, architecture patterns, and best practices for backend and AI systems
  • Lead the development of high-performance microservices and API ecosystems

• AI Solution Development

  • Architect and deliver end-to-end AI applications using Generative AI and Agentic AI frameworks
  • Design AI-driven workflows, autonomous agents, and intelligent automation systems
  • Integrate LLMs, AI models, and vector-based retrieval systems into enterprise applications

• Data & Platform Engineering

  • Design and optimize data architectures leveraging SQL databases and Databricks (Genie & NLQ)
  • Build scalable data processing pipelines and AI-ready data platforms
  • Ensure high-performance data retrieval, processing, and analytics integration

• Cloud & Infrastructure Strategy

  • Lead deployment and infrastructure strategies across Azure or AWS environments
  • Architect cloud-native solutions, containerized deployments, and scalable infrastructure
  • Ensure systems meet enterprise-grade security, reliability, and scalability requirements

• Technical Mentorship

  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams
  • Conduct architecture reviews and code quality assessments
  • Guide teams in adopting emerging AI technologies and engineering best practices

• Cross-functional Collaboration

  • Collaborate with data scientists, product leaders, and business stakeholders to define AI-driven solutions
  • Translate complex business problems into scalable technical architectures
  • Drive innovation through AI experimentation and rapid prototyping

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

• 12+ years of experience in software engineering, including backend and AI-based application development

• Programming & Backend Architecture

  • Expert-level proficiency in Python
  • Strong experience with FastAPI or modern Python backend frameworks
  • Deep understanding of API architecture, microservices, and distributed systems

• Database & Data Platforms

  • Advanced expertise in SQL
  • Experience with Databricks (Genie & NLQ)
  • Strong knowledge of RDBMS systems (PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server, etc.)

• Cloud & Infrastructure

  • Extensive experience with cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS
  • Knowledge of cloud-native architecture and scalable deployments

• Artificial Intelligence

  • Proven experience building end-to-end applications using Generative AI or Agentic AI
  • Strong understanding of LLM integrations, AI orchestration frameworks, and intelligent automation

Nice to Have

• Front End: React + Tailwind
• AWS Bedrock and Agentcore
• Experience with LangChain, LlamaIndex, or similar LLM orchestration frameworks
• Knowledge of vector databases and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG)
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines
• Exposure to MLOps and AI model deployment pipelines

We Offer

• Strong community: Work alongside top professionals in a friendly, open-door environment
• Growth focus: Take on large-scale projects with a global impact and expand your expertise
• Tailored learning: Boost your skills with internal events (meetups, conferences, workshops), Udemy access, language courses, and company-paid certifications
• Endless opportunities: Explore diverse domains through internal mobility, finding the best fit to gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies
• Care: We’ve got you covered with company-paid medical insurance, mental health support, and financial & legal consultations

About the Company

At Ciklum, we are always exploring innovations, empowering each other to achieve more, and engineering solutions that matter. With us, you’ll work with cutting-edge technologies, contribute to impactful projects, and be part of a One Team culture that values collaboration and progress.

India is a strategic innovation hub for Ciklum, with growing teams in Chennai and Pune leading advancements in EdgeTech, AR/VR, IoT, and beyond. Join us to collaborate on game-changing solutions and take your career to the next level.

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