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Lead Backend Developer – Python

Sri LankaSri Lanka·Colombolead
EngineeringBackend Developer
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Quick Summary

Overview

Overview We're looking for an experienced Lead Backend Developer to drive the design, development, and delivery of scalable Python-based backend systems. You will lead a team, collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, and deliver high-quality solutions for global clients.

Key Responsibilities

Lead backend design and development using Python, ensuring scalability, reliability, and maintainability. Build and maintain APIs and backend services with frameworks like FastAPI; experience with Django, Node.js, Wagtail, or Firebase is a plus.

Requirements Summary

6+ years in software engineering, with 4+ years hands-on Python development. Proven experience leading backend teams and delivering complex projects. Strong skills in FastAPI, RESTful APIs, PostgreSQL, and Docker.

Technical Tools
djangodockerfastapijavascriptpostgresqlpythondocumentationrest-apis

We're looking for an experienced Lead Backend Developer to drive the design, development, and delivery of scalable Python-based backend systems. You will lead a team, collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, and deliver high-quality solutions for global clients.

Responsibilities

~1 min read
  • → Lead backend design and development using Python, ensuring scalability, reliability, and maintainability.
  • → Build and maintain APIs and backend services with frameworks like FastAPI; experience with Django, Node.js, Wagtail, or Firebase is a plus.
  • → Mentor and guide a team of developers, review code, and enforce engineering best practices.
  • → Collaborate with frontend developers, QA, DevOps, and clients to deliver end-to-end solutions.
  • → Optimize backend systems for performance, maintainability, and operational efficiency.
  • → Produce technical documentation and ensure project knowledge is effectively shared.
  • 6+ years in software engineering, with 4+ years hands-on Python development.
  • Proven experience leading backend teams and delivering complex projects.
  • Strong skills in FastAPI, RESTful APIs, PostgreSQL, and Docker.
  • Deep understanding of backend architecture, coding standards, and best practices.
  • Excellent problem-solving, communication, and client-facing skills.
  • Ownership mindset with the ability to adapt in fast-paced environments.
  • Lead challenging projects in a global, remote-first environment.
  • Collaborate with top-tier tech talent on cutting-edge solutions.
  • Directly influence product architecture and technical strategy.

Location & Eligibility

Where is the job
Colombo, Sri Lanka
On-site at the office
Who can apply
LK

Listing Details

First seen
May 5, 2026
Last seen
October 1, 2026

Posting Health

Days active
29
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0
Trust Level
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Scored at
June 4, 2026

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Lead Backend Developer – Python