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Job Title: Python Developer
Location: New York City, NY (Hybrid 3 days onsite)
Duration: Long-term Contract
About the Role:
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Python Developer for a long-term contract opportunity based in New York City. This role requires a strong engineering foundation, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. You ll work closely with cross-functional teams, including Product, Sales, and Account Management, to deliver high-quality solutions.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience
7+ years of hands-on experience as a Software Engineer
Self-starter with strong collaboration skills
Experience working in startup or high-growth environments
Technical Expertise:
Proficient in Python and modern web frameworks
Strong knowledge of SQL, MySQL, and PostgreSQL
Experience with RDBMS and database design
Proficiency with AWS services: EC2, RDS, S3, SQS
Hands-on experience with Linux/UNIX environments
Strong background in Unit and Functional Testing
Experience building and implementing APIs
Bonus Skills (Big Plus):
Deep experience with Python + MySQL
SQL performance tuning expertise
Exposure to microservice architectures
Familiarity with Kafka, Celery, Flask, Django, Supervisord, MongoDB
DevOps exposure
Experience using project management tools like Jira or Clubhouse.io
Background in payment systems
Familiarity with Websockets.