Job#: 3031051 Job Description: Full Stack Python Developer
Location: Edison, NJ (Hybrid, 3 days onsite per week)
Employment Type: Contract to hire
Role Overview
We are seeking a skilled Full Stack Developer with experience in Python, ideally in the context of agent development, alongside a foundation in modern front-end and back-end technologies. The ideal candidate will be proficient in building scalable systems, integrating streaming platforms, and working within cloud-native CI/CD environments. This position is for a new AI project with potential for significant growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain backend services and APIs, with an emphasis on Python for agent-driven applications.
- Build intuitive, high-performance front-end interfaces using React.
- Develop and maintain backend components using Spring Boot where applicable.
- Implement data access layers using SQL Server and Redis.
- Integrate and optimize Kafka for event-driven and streaming architectures.
- Collaborate with DevOps teams to build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions or Azure DevOps.
- Deploy, monitor, and scale applications in Kubernetes environments.
- Participate in architectural design, code reviews, and performance optimization efforts.
Required Qualifications
Experience: 6+ years of experience as a Full Stack Developer.
Technical Skills:- Hands-on experience with Python, ideally in agent-based or automation-driven systems.
- Proficiency with React for front-end development.
- Experience building backend services using Spring Boot.
- Understanding of relational and caching technologies: SQL Server and Redis.
- Practical experience with Kafka for distributed messaging and streaming.
- Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as GitHub Actions or Azure DevOps.
- Experience deploying and managing applications on Kubernetes.
- Understanding of software engineering best practices, including testing, code quality, and security.
Preferred Qualifications
- Exposure to Agentic AI frameworks such as LangGraph, LangChain, or A2A (Agent-to-Agent).
- Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform).
- Knowledge of distributed systems, observability tooling, and performance tuning.
Compensation & Benefits
The pay rate for this position is $63.00/hour. This contract is scheduled for a duration of 24 months.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.
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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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