Python Developer

Python Developer

Location: Jersey City, NJ
Type: Long-Term Contract

We are seeking a highly skilledPython Developer with strong experience in modern software engineering, microservices, API development, cloud integration, and Agile delivery. The ideal candidate has a strong security mindset, hands-on backend development experience, and the ability to analyze, troubleshoot, and solve complex production issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications and microservices.

• Work with cross-functional teams to implement solutions following Agile/Scrum methodologies.

• Build and integrate RESTful APIs and collaborate on API gateway, API design, and API coding activities.

• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve production issues in a timely manner.

• Apply test-driven development (TDD) practices and support CI/CD automation.

• Ensure high standards of code quality, performance, and security.

• 5+ years of progressive software development experience.

• Bachelor's degree inComputer Science,Engineering, or equivalent work experience.

• Strong hands-on experience withPython and related frameworks (Django, Flask, FastAPI preferred).

• Experience buildingmicroservices and distributed systems.

• Strong knowledge ofRESTful API development and API integration.

• Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, etc.).

• Familiarity withAPI gateways, API design patterns, and API best practices.

• Experience with Agile methodologies (Scrum preferred).

• Ability to analyze and troubleshoot production issues.

• Knowledge ofTDD, unit testing, and CI/CD pipelines (GitLab CI, Jenkins, etc.).

• A strongsecurity-first mindset in coding and system design.