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Django Backend Lead

Citadel Information Services IncNew York, NY🇺🇸United StatesPosted 10 Aug 2026

Quick Overview

Work Type
Hybrid
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

 Builds systems that gather, store, and process large volumes of data for analysis. Responsibilities: Develop ETL pipelines, ensure data quality, optimize data storage solutions. Skills: Python, SQL, cloud data tools experience (e.g., AWS Glue, Azure Data Factory).

 

Job Overview: We are seeking an experienced Django Backend Lead Developer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in backend development, cloud technologies, and bigdata processing. This role involves leading technical projects, mentoring junior developers, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality solutions.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead the development of backend systems using Django.
  • Design and implement scalable and secure APIs.
  • Integrate Azure Cloud services for application deployment and management.
  • Collaborate with front-end developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to deliver comprehensive solutions.
  • Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to best practices.
  • Mentor and guide junior developers.
  • Optimize database performance and manage data storage solutions.
  • Ensure high performance and security standards for applications.
  • Participate in architecture design and technical decision-making.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor''s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • 10+ years of experience in backend development.
  • 10+ years of experience with Django.
  • Proven experience with Azure Cloud services.
  • Candidate should demonstrate strong commitment, a proactive mindset, and a clear sense of ownership in delivering outcomes.
  • Strong understanding of RESTful APIs and web services.
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Familiarity with Agile methodologies.
  • Experience with database management (SQL and NoSQL).

Skills: Django, Python, Azure Cloud, Azure Databricks, Delta Lake and Delta tables, PySpark, SQL/NoSQL databases, RESTful APIs, Git, and Agile methodologies

 

Skills

Django
SQL
AWS
ETL
Agile
Azure
Databricks
Git
Python

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