Job#: 3030276 Job Description: Data EngineerLocation: Columbus, OH (4 days onsite, 1 day remote)
Employment Type: Contract to Perm W2 opportunity
Pay Range: $40-$50/hr based on experience
We are working with a financial services organization seeking a Software Developer to support the development, enhancement, and ongoing support of business-critical applications. This role is hands-on and focuses on building reliable, well-structured solutions using Python and SQL within a collaborative team environment.
The ideal candidate enjoys problem-solving, understands how applications function across systems and data, and is eager to continue growing technically while supporting enterprise initiatives.
Responsibilities include:- Developing and enhancing applications using Python in alignment with established standards
- Writing, optimizing, and troubleshooting SQL queries and stored procedures
- Collaborating with technical and business partners to translate requirements into solutions
- Diagnosing and resolving application, data, and performance issues
- Supporting deployments, releases, and ongoing operational needs
- Participating in code reviews, Agile ceremonies, and on-call support rotations
Required experience:- 2+ years of software or application development experience
- Strong Python development skills
- Solid SQL experience (queries, joins, stored procedures)
- Experience with version control (Git preferred)
- Familiarity with Agile and SDLC practices
Preferred experience:- REST APIs and JSON
- Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform)
- CI/CD or DevOps tooling
- Experience in financial services or regulated environments
Education Requirements:Required:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical field - or equivalent practical experience.
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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