Back End Developer

Job Title: Senior Backend Engineer (Python, Cloud & Kubernetes) – Regulated Environment Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Backend Engineer to design, develop, and operate secure, scalable backend systems in a regulated enterprise environment. This role requires strong expertise in Python-based API development, cloud-native technologies, and container orchestration, with a deep understanding of security, compliance, and structured delivery processes. The ideal candidate will bring experience working in highly regulated industries such as pharmaceuticals, healthcare, BFSI, or insurance, and will be comfortable operating within environments where stability, compliance, and documentation are as critical as delivery speed. Key Responsibilities: Design and develop secure, scalable backend services using Python frameworks such as Flask or FastAPI Build and maintain RESTful APIs with a strong focus on security (authentication, authorization, rate limiting, logging) Deploy and manage containerized applications using Kubernetes and Docker Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines using tools such as GitHub Actions Work with AWS cloud services, ensuring secure configurations (IAM roles, access controls, networking) Implement OAuth2/OIDC-based authentication and SSO integrations Ensure system reliability through robust logging, monitoring, and observability practices Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a structured, process-driven environment Contribute to documentation, compliance, and audit readiness activities Support infrastructure as code practices using Terraform in controlled environments What to Emphasize (AstraZeneca Context): We prioritize candidates who demonstrate: Experience working in regulated environments (Pharma, Healthcare, BFSI, Insurance) Strong understanding of security, compliance, and enterprise da