Lead Python Engineer (#4795)

We are looking for experienced Lead Python Engineer to join our team.

About the project:

The project is dedicated to building an AI-driven solution for transforming paper documents (tax services domain) into a digital form using Microsoft’s IDP service.

Responsibilities:

● Build robust and scalable software using Python
● Design and implement low-latency, high-availability, and performant applications
● Refactor and review code
● Lead the development team in their everyday activities
● Design tests for automated build and test pipelines
● Solve complex performance problems and architectural challenges
● Work closely with stakeholders on the architecture of the application and requirements clarification
● Collaborate with the product and design teams to understand end-user requirements, formulate use cases, and translate them into a pragmatic and effective technical solution

Requirements:

● 6+ years of commercial experience with Python development
● Deep understanding of software engineering best practices
● Solid knowledge of FastAPI, SqlAlchemy, Pydantic, Poetry, asyncio, Azure SDK, DIContainers
● Familiarity and preferably expertise with Azure: AKS, Message Bus, Azure Functions
● Clear understanding of Agile/Scrum methodology
● Upper-Intermediate level of English

Nice to have:

• Experience with Document intelligence
• Experience with AI OCR capabilities (Deepseek OCR)
• Experience with prompt optimization