Python Developer

Job#: 3021575

Job Description:
Python Developer

Location: Durham, NC (100% Remote)

Employment Type: W2 Contract to Perm

Role Overview

We are seeking a Senior Python Developer for a contract role focused on designing and building a custom, Python-based test harness from scratch. This position is critical for automating end-to-end testing across integrated systems to ensure release confidence as a major healthcare technology platform expands. The ideal candidate is a self-directed, pragmatic problem-solver who thrives in ambiguous, fast-moving environments and is passionate about delivering mission-driven work with a tangible impact on healthcare.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain a new Python-based test harness and framework to automate end-to-end testing.
• Develop automated tests for a large suite of genetic testing products to support major integration milestones.
• Gather and analyze system requirements, document specifications, and develop software solutions.
• Write and maintain clean, efficient, and well-documented code using Python and Django.
• Work with databases, utilizing strong SQL fundamentals and ORM tools for data handling.
• Utilize Docker for container-based deployments and testing environments.
• Collaborate with a team of experienced engineers to ensure the quality and reliability of software releases.
• Perform in-depth troubleshooting and validation of software to diagnose and resolve bugs.

Required Qualifications

Experience: A background as a mid-senior developer with demonstrated capability in building new tooling and frameworks from scratch. Years of experience are less important than proven ability.

Technical Skills:

• Strong Python development experience in a developer capacity, not primarily QA or SDET.
• Proficiency with the Django framework.
• Strong SQL fundamentals and experience with an Object-Relational Mapper (ORM), with Django ORM preferred.
• Experience with Docker and container-based deployments.
• A solid foundation in computer science, including data structures, algorithms, and software design.

Education: A Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as computer science, computer engineering, or a related field is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with AWS cloud services.
• Familiarity with Kubernetes (K8s).
• Knowledge of event-driven systems such as Kafka, SQS, or RabbitMQ.
• Exposure to AI-assisted development tools.
• A GitHub portfolio or sample projects available for review.

Work Environment

This is a 100% remote position with high flexibility. The team is distributed across East Coast, Central, and West Coast time zones, and a preference exists for core overlapping hours. You will join a collaborative team of eight with high continuity, where most members have over five years of tenure. The culture emphasizes long-term ownership and creating a meaningful impact in the healthcare domain. Conversion to a full-time employee is possible if the fit and budget align.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

This employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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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.