Must Haves:
5+ years of experience in Python development
Hands-on experience building APIs with FastAPI
Experience working in a cloud environment:
AWS (preferred) Or Azure or Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
Strong understanding of RESTful API design principles
Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
Pluses
Prior experience leveraging AI to enable improved development
A Brief Overview
A major client of Insight Global is seeking a Python Developer with strong experience building APIs using FastAPI and deploying applications in a cloud environment. This individual will play a key role in developing scalable backend services, collaborating cross-functionally, and driving Python best practices across the team.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain RESTful APIs using Python and FastAPI
Build scalable, high-performance backend services to support business applications
Collaborate closely with the Technical Lead and engineering team on architecture and solution design
Participate in Agile ceremonies including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives
Write clean, reusable, and maintainable code following Python best practices
Integrate APIs with cloud-based services and infrastructure (AWS preferred)
Troubleshoot and optimize API performance, scalability, and reliability