# Indus Action is hiring for Software Engineer - Python Backend (Delhi)

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## Join Indus Action: Empowering Communities Through Technology

At **[Indus Action](https://www.indusaction.org)**, we are on a mission to make public welfare accessible and sustainable for our most vulnerable citizens. As a ‘Do-Tank,’ we partner with state authorities and communities to achieve this audacious goal. We are seeking empathetic, driven, and action-oriented individuals who align with our vision of a progressive and inclusive society. Indus Action’s commitment to equity is reflected in our internal practices:

- **Equitable Compensation** : Fair and transparent pay structures.
- **Transparent Policies** : Clear and open organizational policies.
- **Supportive Work Culture** : A nurturing environment for personal and professional growth.

As an aspiring Deliberately Developmental Organisation (DDO), we embody our values of **Listen.Act.Change.** , focusing on nurturing active citizens and enterprising individuals. At Indus Action, you are valued beyond your role, with a collaborative “no-door” policy and ample cross-functional learning opportunities.

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### Position Summary: Full-Time Engineer

We are looking for a full-time engineer to join our agile and innovative engineering team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in small organizations, enjoys multitasking, and embraces a flexible work environment. As an engineer at Indus Action, you will be at the forefront of developing next-generation CivicTech and GovTech solutions that bridge the information gap and empower vulnerable families.

### Key Responsibilities

- **Technical Leadership** : Own all technical aspects of product development.
- **Hands-On Development** : Spend 80% of your time writing code and testing.
- **Collaboration** : Work with stakeholders on product/platform releases.
- **Continuous Improvement** : Perform ongoing refactoring and deliver enhancements.
- **Support** : Ensure application availability, scalability, and security.
- **Innovation** : Identify opportunities to adopt cutting-edge technologies.
- **Integration** : Develop a deep understanding of tie-ins with other Indus Action systems.

### Required Knowledge and Skills

- **Programming** : Strong grasp of object-oriented programming and ORM.
- **APIs** : Proficient in RESTful APIs and communications.
- **Security** : Experience in user authentication, authorization, and encryption.
- **Testing** : Skilled in Test Driven Development (TDD) using tools like pytest, SonarQube, and JMeter.
- **Data Engineering** : Experience with ETL, DBT, etc., is desirable.
- **Front-End Technologies** : Proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and ReactJS.
- **Version Control** : Strong understanding of Git.
- **Cloud Computing** : Experience with cloud platforms, CI/CD is a plus.
- **Design Principles** : Good understanding of algorithms, data structures, and design patterns.

### Behavioral Competencies

- **Citizen Focused Mindset** : Prioritize the needs of vulnerable citizens.
- **Entrepreneurial Energy** : Manage your time and resources effectively.
- **Dealing with Ambiguity** : Maintain composure and adapt in uncertain situations.
- **Growth Mindset** : View every experience as a learning opportunity.
- **Collaboration** : Build productive partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.

### Education and Experience

- **Degree** : Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science or a related field from a premier institute.
- **Experience** : 3+ years in developing applications using Python, FastAPI, and SQL/NoSQL databases.

### How to Apply

To apply, visit [Software Engineer - Python Backend](https://zurl.to/6taI?source=CareerSite).