Python Developer Rest API Docker & Kubernetes
Ericsson · Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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- On site
- Full-time
- $120,000 / year
- Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Job highlights
- Design, build, and operate Kubernetes systems.
- Develop scalable microservices and REST APIs.
- Work with Python, Docker, and Kubernetes.
- Hands-on AI Agent and GenAI development.
- Mentor junior engineers and share knowledge.
About the role
About this opportunity:
We’re hiring an AI Agent Developer to help design, build, and operate scalable Kubernetes‑based systems and internal developer tooling. You’ll partner with product managers, designers, SREs, and cross‑functional teams to turn product goals into reliable, secure, and maintainable platform services. You’ll own components from design through deployment and run them in production.
What you will do:
- Architect, design, implement, test, and ship production‑grade services and automation using cloud‑native patterns (Kubernetes, containers, GitOps).
- Build and maintain microservices, REST APIs with emphasis on performance, reliability, security, and operational simplicity.
- Author and maintain Kubernetes artifacts — manifests, Helm charts, Operators/CRDs — to automate lifecycle management.
- Mentor and coach junior/mid engineers; contribute to hiring, onboarding, and knowledge sharing.
The skills you bring:
- 5+ years professional software development experience (or equivalent).
- Strong proficiency in Python (3.x) with frameworks like FastAPI, Flask, or Django to build production services, libraries, and automation.
- Hands‑on experience with containerization (Docker) and Kubernetes (deployments, services, RBAC, networking, storage).
- Hands on AI Agent Development.
- Familiarity with GenAI libraries and frameworks (LangChain, LlamaIndex, CrewAi).
- Strong understanding of cloud and container security best practices (image scanning, secrets management, network policies).
- Excellent communication, collaboration, problem solving, and mentoring skills.
- Technical expectations in Backend, API design, Containerization technologies to shape and operate a modern cloud-native platform.
Nice‑to‑have:
- Experience developing Kubernetes Operators (Go or Python) and working directly with the Kubernetes API/controller patterns.
- Familiarity with service meshes (Istio etc).
- Background in SRE, platform engineering, or building developer self‑service platforms.
- Familiarity with CI/CD and GitOps tooling and pipeline authoring (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, ArgoCD/Flux).
- Knowledge in Prometheus, Grafana, OpenTelemetry etc.
Key Qualifications:
- Education: B.E, BTech, MCA or Similar
- Minimum years of relevant Experience: 3 to 5+ years for Developer and Senior Roles
- Location: Chennai
Why join Ericsson?
At Ericsson, you´ll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what´s possible. To build solutions never seen before to some of the world’s toughest problems. You´ll be challenged, but you´ll not be alone. You´ll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next.
What happens once you apply?
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Diversity & Inclusion:
Encouraging a diverse and inclusive organization is core to our values at Ericsson, that's why we champion it in everything we do. We truly believe that by collaborating with people with different experiences we drive innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Learn more.
Key skills/competency:
- AI Agent Development
- Python
- Kubernetes
- Docker
- REST APIs
- Cloud-native
- Microservices
- Backend Development
- GenAI
- Software Development
Skills & topics
- AI Agent Developer
- Python
- Kubernetes
- Docker
- REST API
- Microservices
- Cloud-native
- GenAI
- Software Developer
- Backend Engineer
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight Python, Docker, Kubernetes, and AI Agent development experience relevant to Ericsson's AI Agent Developer role.
- Showcase your portfolio: Include links to GitHub projects demonstrating your skills in building production-grade services and automation.
- Prepare for technical interviews: Brush up on Python (FastAPI, Flask, Django), containerization, Kubernetes concepts, and AI/GenAI frameworks.
- Understand Ericsson's values: Emphasize your collaborative, problem-solving, and mentoring abilities during the interview process.
- Network with recruiters: Connect on LinkedIn to learn more about the team and express your interest in the AI Agent Developer position.
Technical preparation
Master Python with FastAPI, Flask, or Django.,Practice Docker and Kubernetes fundamentals.,Build sample AI agents with GenAI frameworks.,Review cloud security best practices.
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex system you designed.,How do you mentor junior developers?,Share a time you solved a production issue.,Discuss your approach to collaborative development.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the primary responsibilities of an AI Agent Developer at Ericsson?
- As an AI Agent Developer at Ericsson, you will be responsible for designing, building, and operating scalable Kubernetes-based systems and internal developer tooling. This includes developing microservices and REST APIs with a focus on performance, reliability, and security, as well as authoring Kubernetes artifacts to automate lifecycle management. You will also mentor junior engineers and contribute to team growth.
- What programming languages and technologies are essential for the AI Agent Developer role at Ericsson?
- Strong proficiency in Python (3.x) with frameworks like FastAPI, Flask, or Django is essential. Hands-on experience with Docker for containerization and Kubernetes for orchestration is required. Familiarity with GenAI libraries and frameworks such as LangChain, LlamaIndex, or CrewAi is also crucial for this AI Agent Developer position.
- What is the expected level of experience for an AI Agent Developer at Ericsson?
- Ericsson typically looks for candidates with 5+ years of professional software development experience for this AI Agent Developer role. However, they also consider equivalent experience and mention 3 to 5+ years for Developer and Senior Roles, indicating flexibility for strong candidates.
- What kind of AI and machine learning experience is relevant for this role?
- The role specifically calls for hands-on AI Agent Development experience, as well as familiarity with GenAI libraries and frameworks like LangChain, LlamaIndex, and CrewAi. This suggests a focus on building intelligent agents and leveraging generative AI technologies.
- What is the work arrangement and location for this AI Agent Developer position?
- This AI Agent Developer position is based in Chennai, India. While the job description doesn't explicitly state the work arrangement (on-site, hybrid, or remote), roles located in a specific city often imply an on-site or hybrid model unless otherwise specified.
- What are the key qualifications for the AI Agent Developer position at Ericsson?
- Key qualifications include a relevant degree (B.E., BTech, MCA, or similar), 3 to 5+ years of relevant experience, and a strong technical foundation in Python, Docker, Kubernetes, API design, and AI Agent development. Excellent communication and mentoring skills are also highly valued.
- How does Ericsson foster diversity and inclusion within its teams?
- Ericsson is committed to encouraging a diverse and inclusive organization, believing that collaboration with people of different experiences drives innovation. They champion diversity in all their activities and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential.