Python Django API Developer – MonkMaze – Full Job Description

🗓 Posted on: April 4, 2025 | 📁 Category: python jobs | 📍 Location: India

Company: MonkMaze
Location: Remote
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: ₹15,000 – ₹22,000 a month

Python Django REST API Developer at MonkMaze

We are seeking an experienced Python Django REST API Developer to join our dynamic team at MonkMaze. You will be responsible for the end-to-end development of backend services, APIs, and web applications. The ideal candidate will have experience in building scalable, efficient, and secure applications, with a solid understanding of database design and deployment processes. If you’re passionate about backend development, problem-solving, and working on diverse projects, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

Design, develop, and maintain scalable web applications and RESTful APIs using Python Django.
Develop database schemas and queries in MySQL/PostgreSQL.
Ensure secure, efficient, and well-documented code.
Implement authentication and authorization systems (e.g., JWT).
Optimize applications for performance, scalability, and security.
Collaborate with frontend developers, designers, and project managers to deliver end-to-end solutions.
Integrate third-party APIs and services as needed.
Deploy applications using Docker and manage deployments with Kubernetes (preferred).
Troubleshoot, debug, and maintain existing applications.
Write unit tests to ensure code quality and maintainability.

Requirements:

2+ years of experience in Python Django development.
Strong understanding of Django REST Framework for API development.
Experience with database schema design and proficiency in MySQL/PostgreSQL.
Knowledge of authentication mechanisms (JWT, OAuth) and refresh tokens.
Familiarity with Docker and deployment workflows.
Understanding of Kubernetes for container orchestration (preferred).
Experience with Git and version control best practices.
Ability to write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
Experience with Celery for asynchronous tasks and Redis (optional).
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.

Preferred Skills:

Experience with AWS, Heroku, or other cloud platforms.
Familiarity with front-end technologies like JavaScript, React, or Vue.js.
Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines.
Experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment.

Why Join MonkMaze?

Work with a dynamic and collaborative team.
Opportunities to work on diverse projects across multiple industries.
Competitive salary and flexible working arrangements.
Opportunity to grow your career in a fast-paced tech company.

How to Apply:

Send your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your experience. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: ₹15,000.00 – ₹22,000.00 per month
Benefits: Paid sick time, Paid time off, Work from home
Schedule: Morning shift
Supplemental Pay: Overtime pay

Application Question(s):

Have you developed RESTful APIs using Django REST Framework? If so, briefly describe a project you worked on.
Describe your approach to designing a database schema for an e-commerce application with products, users, and orders.
How do you implement JWT-based authentication in a Django application?
Which databases are you most proficient with?
Have you used Docker to containerize and deploy Django applications?
Do you have experience deploying Django applications with Kubernetes?
How do you optimize the performance of a Django application with slow database queries?
Have you worked with Celery for handling asynchronous tasks? If yes, describe a use case.
How do you manage error handling and exceptions in your Django APIs?
Which version control tools do you use regularly for managing your code?
Which platforms have you deployed Django applications to?
Describe a challenging bug or issue you encountered during backend development and how you resolved it.