Expertise in Python Extensive experience with relational databases Deep understanding of distributed systems design Proven track record of working on data-intensive and high-load backends Familiarity with cloud platforms, especially AWS Experience with infrastructure-as-code and container orchestration Strong architectural intuition Leadership experience through mentoring, leading initiatives, or shaping engineering practices Experience in defining and improving DevOps pipelines, observability, and platform reliability Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset Proactive and pragmatic