Backend Software Engineer (Azure Migration – Python)

We are looking for a contract Backend Software Engineer with strong Azure infrastructure and migration experience to help optimize and migrate existing Azure VM–based backend services. The goal is to move workloads to cost-efficient VM configurations and/or Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) where applicable. This is a hands-on, execution-focused role with clear short-term deliverables.

* Assess existing backend services running on Azure Virtual Machines * Identify and execute VM right-sizing and cost optimization * Identify and execute migration of suitable services to Kubernetes (AKS) * Containerize Python-based backend services using Docker * Design and execute migration plans with minimal downtime * Set up AKS clusters, deployments, and basic CI/CD pipelines * Configure monitoring, logging, and alerting * Document architecture, migration steps, and operational handover

* 4+ years of backend engineering experience * Strong proficiency in Python (preferred) * Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure * Azure VMs, Networking, Storage * IAM / RBAC * Proven experience with Azure VM optimization or migrations * Solid experience with Docker and Kubernetes (AKS preferred) * Good Linux and scripting knowledge * Ability to work independently and deliver within tight timelines Preferred (Bonus) Skills * Infrastructure-as-code (Terraform, Bicep, ARM) * Azure cost optimization experience * Microservices architecture exposure * Monitoring tools: Azure Monitor, Prometheus, Grafana

Job Category: Backend Software Engineer (Azure Migration – Python)

Job Type: Duration of Contract 6

Job Location: Bengaluru/Pune