Python Developer | Location: Columbus, OH - (ONSITE).

JOB TITLE: Python Developer

JOB LOCATION: Columbus, OH - (ONSITE) Local Only

EXPERIENCE: 8+ YEARS

VISA: , -EAD (W2) CAN APPLY.

Job Description

We are looking for a skilled Python Developer with strong experience in building and integrating APIs, along with hands-on exposure to Java-based backend systems.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing scalable services, developing RESTful APIs, and ensuring seamless interoperability between Python and Java components in a distributed architecture.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust backend services using Python.
• Build and consume RESTful APIs, ensuring high performance and scalability.
• Integrate Python-based services with Java applications (Spring Boot / Microservices).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• Optimize application performance, reliability, and security.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and debugging processes.
• Work with databases (SQL/NoSQL) and ensure efficient data handling.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines and contribute to DevOps practices.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in Python (Flask, FastAPI, or Django).
• Solid experience with RESTful API development and integration.
• Hands-on experience with Java (Spring Boot / Microservices architecture).
• Good understanding of API protocols (HTTP, REST, JSON, OAuth).
• Experience with database technologies (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB).
• Familiarity with version control systems (Git).
• Understanding of containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes is a plus).
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform).
• Exposure to event-driven architectures (Kafka, RabbitMQ).
• Knowledge of GraphQL APIs.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
• Familiarity with testing frameworks (PyTest, JUnit).

Nice to Have

• Experience in polyglot environments (Python + Java ecosystems).
• Knowledge of security best practices in API development.
• Exposure to performance tuning and distributed systems.

Education

• Bachelor's/Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.