Mahira Banu
I'm Mahira
About
Senior Python backend developer with 7+ years of commercial experience designing scalable services, REST APIs, PostgreSQL-backed systems, and production AI workflows for enterprise and regulated environments.
Senior Python Backend Developer & AI Engineer.
I build clean, maintainable Python systems with Django, FastAPI, PostgreSQL, Pytest, Docker, Kubernetes, Azure, and thoughtful API design.
- Website: www.mahirabanu.website
- Phone: +44-7552 879880
- Location: Carluke, ML8 - near Glasgow, UK
- Degree: MSc Data Science
- Email: devmahira@gmail.com
- GitHub: github.com/mahira-code
Backend Engineering: Advanced Python development across Django REST Framework, FastAPI, async Python, Pydantic, SQLAlchemy, PostgreSQL, API versioning, authentication, and service architecture.
Code Quality: Strong focus on Pytest, test-driven development, SOLID principles, design patterns, structured documentation, code reviews, and maintainable production codebases.
Delivery Leadership: Experienced tech lead who has mentored junior developers, led code reviews, collaborated with analysts and business users, and delivered enterprise systems for clients including Thales and Airbus.
Open Source Portfolio: Creator of recruiter-friendly systems covering fraud detection, RAG pipelines, multi-agent AI, energy analytics, MLOps, and data engineering.
Years Experience Python backend engineering
Open Source Systems AI, data, and backend projects
Engineers Mentored Code review and Python standards
Skills
Core technologies from my CV, focused on backend delivery, production Python, API architecture, cloud deployment, and reliable engineering workflows.
Experience
Commercial backend experience aligned with my CV: production Python services, REST APIs, PostgreSQL, microservices, clean code, test automation, and technical leadership across enterprise delivery teams.
Profile
Mahira Banu
Senior Python backend developer with deep Django and FastAPI experience, strong SQL and PostgreSQL skills, ORM design, microservices architecture, and test-driven development using Pytest.
- Carluke, ML8 - 30 minutes from Glasgow
- +44 7552879880
- devmahira@gmail.com
- UK work-authorised to 2027
Education
MSc Data Science with Placement Year
Jan 2025 - Jan 2026
Middlesex University, London
Applied machine learning, statistical modelling, production AI systems, and placement with MAG-AN Scientific.
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics Engineering
Apr 2012 - May 2015
Anna University, India
STEM degree with published research on wireless power transmission using SBSP.
Professional Experience
Software Development Intern
February 2026 - Present
MAG-AN Scientific & Technical Consultancy, London
- Designing production-grade FastAPI REST endpoints, async Python services, Pydantic validation, ORM-based database interactions, and Pytest suites.
- Refactoring existing codebases for clarity, performance, maintainability, SOLID principles, and common design patterns.
- Deploying backend services with Docker and Kubernetes on Azure using GitHub Actions CI/CD and structured logging.
Tech Lead - Python Backend Engineering
August 2023 - December 2024
L&T Technology Services, Bangalore
- Built and maintained Django REST Framework and FastAPI backend services for enterprise clients including Thales and Airbus.
- Designed REST API contracts, versioning, RBAC authentication, PostgreSQL data models, and microservice architectures.
- Mentored 5 junior engineers, led code reviews, improved Python standards, and received Star of the Month in August 2024.
Python Developer & Tech Lead
March 2022 - July 2023
HCLTech, Bangalore
- Architected clean, well-tested Python/Django REST APIs for high-reliability enterprise workloads.
- Built the Matrix internal platform with Python, PostgreSQL, Docker, specification documents, flow diagrams, and service architecture.
- Introduced Pytest-based TDD practices and mentored junior developers through review-led delivery.
Backend Python Developer
March 2017 - February 2022
SM Infinite Technologies, Bangalore
- Delivered scalable Python/Django backends, REST APIs, and PostgreSQL-backed services across e-commerce, logistics, and healthcare.
- Maintained Git workflows, PR reviews, structured deployments, technical documentation, and API specifications.
Open Source Projects
Open-source portfolio systems covering fraud detection, RAG pipelines, multi-agent AI, energy analytics, MLOps, and data engineering.
FraudShield
Open-source fraud detection pipeline with data processing, ML modelling, SHAP explainability, and a Streamlit dashboard.
AgentForge
Open-source multi-agent workflow using LangGraph, shared state, conditional routing, tool use, Docker, and GitHub Actions CI/CD.
RAGOps
Open-source production RAG demo with FastAPI, LangChain, vector search, Pydantic validation, Docker, and test coverage.
EnergyWatch
Open-source UK energy analytics project for exploring demand, generation, pricing patterns, and decision-ready data views.
DocPipeline
Open-source document ingestion pipeline for parsing, cleaning, chunking, metadata enrichment, and searchable knowledge workflows.
MLTrack
Open-source MLOps pipeline for reproducible experiments, model tracking, automated tests, and deployment-minded ML delivery.
Blog
Short technical notes from my backend, AI, and data engineering work.
Designing Clean FastAPI Services
Practical notes on Pydantic validation, async endpoints, service layers, and Pytest coverage for production Python APIs.
PostgreSQL and ORM Patterns
How I structure models, repositories, migrations, and query boundaries in maintainable Django and SQLAlchemy projects.
From RAG Demo to Backend System
Lessons from turning document ingestion, vector search, evaluation, and API design into reproducible open-source systems.
My Travel Highlights
From freezing treks in Ladakh to road trips with my dogs across India and the UK — here are a few moments that have shaped my adventurous spirit.
Malaysia
Solo Adventure
My first international solo trip. Kuala Lumpur’s blend of culture and city lights made it an unforgettable start to my travel journey.
Ladakh, India
Chadar Trek
Chadar Trek was unlike anything — walking over frozen rivers at -25°C tested my limits and strengthened my soul.
Karnataka, India
Solo Bike Ride
A solo 1900 km ride across Karnataka on my bike. Hills, heritage, and highway freedom — all in one lifetime ride.
Kerala, India
Me, Ashley & Alley
A serene roadtrip through Kerala’s green landscapes with Ashley and Alley. Long drives, coconut trees, and two wagging tails — pure bliss.
Cornwall, UK
With Alley & Angry
Standing at the edge of the UK with Alley and Angry. It felt like the end of the world — and the beginning of a wild new journey.
Stonehenge, UK
With Alley & Angry
Exploring one of the world’s oldest mysteries with my two loyal explorers. Alley posed calmly, Angry... barked at a rock.
Contact
For Python backend, Django, FastAPI, API architecture, and production AI engineering conversations, reach out directly.
Location
Carluke, ML8 - near Glasgow, UK
Call
+44 7552 879880
devmahira@gmail.com