Data Platform Lead Python, APIs & GenAI

Overview

On Site
Depends on Experience
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
Contract - 12 Month(s)

Skills

Python
GenAI
API
Data

Job Details

Job Title: Data Platform Lead Python, APIs & GenAI

Location: Santa Clara, CA
Experience Level: 10+ Years
Employment Type: Contract

Job Summary:

We are looking for a highly skilled and hands-on Data Platform Lead with deep expertise in Python, API development, and GenAI technologies. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of implementing complex data solutions, coordinating effectively with infrastructure teams and customers, and solving challenging technical problems with creativity and precision.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Hands-on Implementation: Architect, develop, and maintain scalable data platforms using Python, APIs, and modern data technologies.
  • GenAI Integration: Apply GenAI tools for code generation, SQL optimization, anomaly detection, and intelligent automation.
  • Infrastructure Coordination: Collaborate closely with infrastructure teams to ensure seamless deployment, scalability, and performance of data solutions.
  • Customer Engagement: Act as a technical liaison with internal and external stakeholders to gather requirements, provide updates, and ensure satisfaction.
  • Problem Solving: Lead troubleshooting efforts for complex data issues, performance bottlenecks, and integration challenges.
  • Platform Modernization: Drive initiatives around cloud migration, real-time data processing, and AI-powered data monitoring.
  • Team Leadership: Mentor junior engineers and foster a collaborative, innovative engineering culture.

Required Qualifications:

  • 10+ years of experience in data engineering, software development, or platform architecture.
  • Strong proficiency in Python, RESTful API development, and microservices architecture.
  • Hands-on experience with GenAI tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, OpenAI Codex, Databricks AI functions).
  • Expertise in SQL performance tuning and query optimization.
  • Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud Platform) and modern data stacks.
  • Strong coordination skills with infrastructure and customer-facing teams.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with data warehouse technologies (ClickHouse, Snowflake, BigQuery).
  • Familiarity with agentic AI systems and autonomous data monitoring.
  • Background in semiconductor, manufacturing, or high-tech industries.
  • Contributions to open-source projects or technical publications.
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