Senior/Lead Software Engineer (Python)
The purpose of the project is to develop new Quality Management System (QMS) web portal. There was discovery phase where team was gathering requirements and drafted architecture. Scope includes integration with platform that includes a collection of MCP servers, a set of agents, a prompt store, and dedicated UIs and APIs for managing these components. It also provides user-facing UIs and APIs, including a chat interface with extended functionality. Also, it incorporates RAG pipelines and integrates with the Data Management Service.
Essential functions
Design and develop scalable and maintainable RESTful and/or GraphQL APIs to support frontend applications
Aggregate and integrate data from multiple downstream services, ensuring a clean and efficient API layer
Ensure high performance and low latency of API endpoints through optimization and caching strategies
Implement and maintain secure authentication and authorization mechanisms across services
Define and enforce API design standards, including versioning, validation, and error handling
Create and maintain clear and up-to-date API documentation using tools like OpenAPI/Swagger
Collaborate with frontend and other backend teams to ensure seamless integration and data flow
Apply security best practices to protect data and services across the system
Qualifications
Strong experience building RESTful and/or GraphQL APIs that serve frontend applications directly
Proficiency in a server-side language suited for API development (preferably Python)
Deep understanding of API design best practices — including versioning, pagination, error handling, and request validation
Experience implementing authentication and authorization mechanisms (JWT, OAuth, RBAC, session management)
Familiarity with caching strategies (CDN, Redis, HTTP cache headers) and performance optimization techniques for latency-sensitive endpoints
Experience with API documentation standards and tools (OpenAPI/Swagger) and contract-first development approach
Strong understanding of security best practices, including input validation, rate limiting, CORS, and data masking for role-based access
We offer
- Opportunity to work on bleeding-edge projects
- Work with a highly motivated and dedicated team
- Competitive salary
- Flexible schedule
- Benefits package - medical insurance, sports
- Corporate social events
- Professional development opportunities
- Well-equipped office
About us
Grid Dynamics (NASDAQ: GDYN) is a leading provider of technology consulting, platform and product engineering, AI, and advanced analytics services. Fusing technical vision with business acumen, we solve the most pressing technical challenges and enable positive business outcomes for enterprise companies undergoing business transformation. A key differentiator for Grid Dynamics is our 8 years of experience and leadership in enterprise AI, supported by profound expertise and ongoing investment in data, analytics, cloud & DevOps, application modernization and customer experience. Founded in 2006, Grid Dynamics is headquartered in Silicon Valley with offices across the Americas, Europe, and India.Apply to the position
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