Job#: 3018823 Job Description: Location: Minneapolis, MS - Onsite
Duration: 12 month contract with potential to convert
Title: Lead Software Engineer
Pay: $60-$70/hr - W2
Job SummaryThe Lead Python Engineer is responsible for driving the design, development, and integration of enterprise-grade software solutions that support critical business processes and technical infrastructure. This role serves as a technical leader and advisor, providing hands-on development while guiding project teams through complex system design, full-stack application development, cloud solutions, and data-driven initiatives. The Lead Python Engineer collaborates closely with Business Systems Analysts, stakeholders, and senior leadership to ensure technology solutions align with organizational goals, regulatory requirements, and long-term strategy.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities- Lead the analysis, design, development, testing, debugging, deployment, and maintenance of full-stack and backend applications using Python and related technologies.
- Architect and enhance reliable, efficient, and scalable systems that integrate with existing hardware, data platforms, and business processes.
- Provide technical and functional guidance to cross-functional project and delivery teams within assigned initiatives.
- Collaborate continuously with Business Systems Analysts to translate business requirements into robust technical solutions.
- Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards, SQL data models, and analytics solutions to support reporting and decision-making.
- Design and implement API integrations, workflow automation, and data pipelines to streamline enterprise operations.
- Lead cloud-based development efforts, including automation, serverless solutions, and data services using AWS technologies.
- Define and enforce software engineering best practices, including coding standards, documentation, and testing frameworks.
- Participate in and lead Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, stand-ups, backlog grooming, and retrospectives.
- Serve as a trusted technical advisor to senior leadership, offering guidance on architecture, system modernization, and emerging technologies.
- Ensure system designs and implementations comply with security, compliance, and regulatory standards (e.g., SOX, cybersecurity best practices).
- Drive innovation in software architecture, DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and microservices-based solutions.
Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field (required).
- Preferred certifications include AWS, Microsoft Power BI, Salesforce, IT Project Management (PMP), Agile/SAFe, or DevOps-related certifications.
- 15+ years of experience leading enterprise-level software development, IT infrastructure, and data architecture initiatives.
- Proven experience defining strategic software direction and leading large-scale technology transformations.
- Extensive experience working in Agile environments with a strong understanding of the full software development lifecycle.
- Advanced proficiency in Python and SQL, with experience supporting complex, data-driven applications.
- Strong experience with Power BI dashboard development and enterprise analytics.
- Working knowledge of Java, .NET, and full-stack development concepts.
- Hands-on experience with AWS cloud services, including but not limited to Glue, Lambda, SNS, and SQS.
- Expertise in API development, ERP integration, workflow automation, and microservices architectures.
- Strong understanding of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, cloud automation, and system monitoring.
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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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