Python Developer
Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services and RESTful APIs while contributing to platform engineering initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize system performance, security, and observability within distributed systems.
- On-site
- Toronto, ON
- Posted Jul 21, 2026
- Apply by Aug 20, 2026
- 1 position
Job summary
About Apexon: Apexon is a digital-first technology services firm specializing in accelerating business transformation and delivering human-centric digital experiences. We have been meeting customers wherever they are in the digital lifecycle and helping them outperform their competition through speed and innovation . Apexon brings together distinct core competencies – in AI, analytics, app development, cloud, commerce, CX, data, DevOps, IoT, mobile, quality engineering and UX, and our deep expertise in BFSI, healthcare, and life sciences – to help businesses capitalize on the unlimited opportunities digital offers. Our reputation is built on a comprehensive suite of engineering services, a dedication to solving clients’ toughest technology problems, and a commitment to continuous improvemen t. Backed by Goldman Sachs Asset Management and Everstone Capital, Apexon now has a global presen ce. Key Responsibili ties Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using P ythonBuild and manage RESTful APIs and backend integra tionsContribute to platform engineering initiatives, ensuring reliability and scalab ilityLead and contribute to system design discussions for distributed sy stemsCollaborate with frontend, DevOps, and product teams to deliver end-to-end solu tionsOptimize performance, security, and observability of backend ser vicesParticipate in code reviews and ensure engineering best prac tices Required Skills & Qualific ations Strong experience with Python for backend deve lopmentHands-on experience with API design and development (REST, JSON, op en API)Solid system design experience (scalability, fault tolerance, perfo rmance)Experience in platform engineering or building shared backend pl atformsStrong understanding of databases (SQL and NoSQL)Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Git, and DevOps pr acticesBachelor’s or Master’s degree from a Canadian university or collegeStrong communication and problem-solving skills Preferred Qualif ications Experience in financial services / fintech env ironmentsKnowledge of microservices arc hitectureExperience with containerization (Docker, Ku bernetes)Exposure to security, compliance, and high-availabilit y system s Why Join Opportunity to work on mission-critical financia l platformsExposure to large-scale, high-imp act systemsCollaborative, engineering-dri ven culture
What you’ll do
Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services and RESTful APIs while contributing to platform engineering initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize system performance, security, and observability within distributed systems.
Requirements
Requires strong experience in Python backend development, API design, and system architecture with knowledge of SQL/NoSQL databases and cloud platforms. Candidates must hold a bachelor's or master's degree from a Canadian institution and possess strong problem-solving skills.
Other relevant skills
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- Python
- Backend Development
- RESTful APIs
- System Design
- Platform Engineering
- SQL
- NoSQL
- AWS
- Azure
- GCP
- CI/CD
- Git
- DevOps
- Microservices
- Docker
- Kubernetes
Job areas
- Software
- Technology
- Data & Analytics
- Engineering
- Consulting
Additional details
- Minimum education
- Bachelor’s degree
- Minimum experience
- 2+ years
- Apply by
- Aug 20, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Associate
- Application method
- Direct apply is available
