Role: Software Engineer - Python
Location: Alpharetta, GA (Hybrid)
6+ Months Contract (Possible Contract to Hire)
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain Python-based backend services and APIs
Build secure and efficient integrations with relational databases, external APIs, and enterprise systems
Develop reusable modules, libraries, and frameworks to accelerate future development
Implement robust authentication, authorization, rate limiting, error handling, and retry logic
Optimize application performance for scalability and low-latency use cases
Collaborate with product managers, AI engineers, and backend teams to understand system requirements
Write clear and comprehensive technical documentation for services and integrations
Maintain and enhance existing applications as APIs, libraries, and business needs evolve
Write unit tests and integration tests to ensure reliability and code quality
Participate in code reviews and follow best practices for maintainable software design
Required Qualifications
5+ years of professional software development experience
Strong proficiency in Python
Hands-on experience building and consuming RESTful APIs
Solid understanding of JSON, HTTP protocols, and API design principles
Experience working with authentication mechanisms (OAuth, API keys, JWT)
Familiarity with asynchronous programming (async/await) and concurrency concepts
Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, or similar)
Proficiency with Git and modern CI/CD pipelines
Strong debugging, problem-solving, and communication skills
Technical Skills
- Languages: Python, TypeScript/JavaScript, Node.js
- Protocols: JSON-RPC, REST, GraphQL, SSE (Server-Sent Events)
- Tools: Git, Docker, VS Code, testing frameworks (pytest, Jest)
- Security: Authentication flows, secure credential management, data encryption