# Backend Developer

> iGATE Technology · Islamabad, Pakistan · Full-time · Posted 2026-01-15

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** Information Technology

## Description

We are seeking a **Backend Engineer** who thrives on building scalable APIs and integrations that power **AI-driven products**. You’ll design and develop the backbone of **X-Demand** — from model-serving APIs to ERP/e-commerce integrations — working closely with our Data Science and AI teams to bring intelligent systems into production.

**Responsibilities**

-   Design and build **REST/GraphQL APIs** to serve ML model outputs (forecasting, pricing, inventory).
-   Develop **secure integration endpoints** for external systems (POS, ERP, e-commerce).
-   Work with Data/ML team to deploy models into production-ready services.
-   Ensure API reliability, versioning, and documentation for internal & external use.
-   Optimize performance, scalability, and maintainability of backend services.
-   Implement observability and monitoring tools to track API and model performance in production

## Requirements

-   **4+ years** of experience developing backend services using or **Python (FastAPI/Django/Django REST FRAMEWORK)**.
-   Strong background in **REST APIs, integrations, and microservices architecture**.
-   Hands-on Experience with **databases** (Postgres, MongoDB, or similar).
-   Familiarity with **cloud services (AWS/GCP/Azure)**.
-   Must have experience in **AI/ML concepts** (model inference, data pipelines, or MLOps).

**Preferred Qualifications**

-   Experience with **GraphQL** or **gRPC** for high-performance APIs.
-   Knowledge of **event-driven systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ, Pub/Sub)**.
-   Exposure to **OAuth2, JWT, and enterprise security standards**.
-   Experience integrating or serving **AI/ML models** in production environments.
-   Background in **retail, e-commerce, or SaaS product integrations**.

Familiarity with **vector databases** (Pinecone, Weaviate, or ChromaDB) and **embedding-based search**

## Benefits

⛽ Fuel Allowance

🏥 Medical Insurance

🍽 Free Lunch Facility (In-house)

🏋‍♂️ GYM Passport (Panel Gym's Free of Cost)

💰 Participatory Fund

💲 Market Competitive Salary

💻 Learning & Challenging Work Environment

👨‍💻 Amazing Work Culture

🛫 Paid Time off

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Group Life Insurance

⏳ Maternity Leaves and many more

## Apply

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