Sr. Lead Engineer - Python

Python Lead

At Quest Global, it's not just what we do but how and why we do it that makes us different. With over 25 years as an engineering services provider, we believe in the power of doing things differently to make the impossible possible. Our people are driven by the desire to make the world a better place—to make a positive difference that contributes to a brighter future. We bring together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals who are empowered by an intentional workplace culture, to solve problems better and faster.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Python Lead who will be responsible for leading the design, development, and delivery of robust, scalable, and high-performance applications built using Python. The ideal candidate should have strong hands-on development skills, solid understanding of backend architectures, and the ability to guide and mentor teams in delivering quality solutions. This role demands technical leadership, sound decision-making, and close collaboration with product, architecture, and DevOps teams in an Agile environment.

Required Technical Skills

• Core Backend
• Python
• Django / Flask / FastAPI
• RESTful API development
• Architecture & Integration
• Microservices architecture
• Message queues / event-driven systems
• Databases
• Relational DBs (PostgreSQL / MySQL / SQL Server)
• NoSQL DBs (MongoDB, Redis, etc.)
• Cloud & DevOps
• Azure or AWS
• CI/CD pipelines
• Docker (basic Kubernetes exposure preferred)

Professional Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Sound technical decision-making ability
• Leadership and mentoring mindset
• Strong communication and cross-team collaboration skills
• Delivery-focused with a sense of ownership
• Ability to adapt to new tools, frameworks, and technologies

Preferred / Nice-to-Have

• Experience with asynchronous processing
• Exposure to frontend frameworks or full-stack development
• Familiarity with security best practices and secure coding standards
• Prior experience leading teams of 4–8 engineers