Lead Python Developer

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This role is for a Lead Python Developer on a contract-to-hire basis, offering remote work. Requires 5-7 years of experience, expert Python and API development skills, and strong knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, and AWS.
🌎 - Country
United States
πŸ’± - Currency
$ USD
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πŸ’° - Day rate
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πŸ—“οΈ - Date discovered
September 4, 2025
πŸ•’ - Project duration
Unknown
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🏝️ - Location type
Remote
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πŸ“„ - Contract type
Unknown
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πŸ”’ - Security clearance
Unknown
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πŸ“ - Location detailed
Nashville, TN
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🧠 - Skills detailed
#Docker #Python #AWS (Amazon Web Services) #Mathematics #GitHub #AWS RDS (Amazon Relational Database Service) #Computer Science #Containers #Scala #API (Application Programming Interface) #RDS (Amazon Relational Database Service) #Business Analysis #GitLab #Deployment #Code Reviews #Statistics #Cloud #Documentation #Kubernetes
Role description
Python Application Development Engineer Location: Remote C2H Position Purpose: Designs, develops, and implements complex enterprise software solutions. Collaborates closely with technical and non-technical roles such as data modelers, architects, business analysts, data stewards, and subject matter experts (SMEs) to provide design, technical analysis, development/configuration, testing, implementation, and support expertise representing the interest of the business across the enterprise. Education/Experience: A Bachelor's degree in a quantitative or business field (e.g., statistics, mathematics, engineering, computer science) and requires 5 – 7 years of related experience. Or equivalent experience acquired through accomplishments of applicable knowledge, duties, scope, and skill reflective of the level of this position. Day-To-Day: Develop, manage, and maintain the code in Python api’s that are running for the Kubernetes Containers in AWS using RDS. Lead the architecture and development of robust, scalable, and secure applications. Design and implement RESTful APIs and backend services using Python. Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitLab, GitHub Actions). Manage containerized applications using Docker, Kubernetes, and Helm. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features. Ensure code quality through code reviews, testing, and documentation. Mentor engineers and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement. Required Qualifications Expert-level proficiency in Python and API development. Strong experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and Helm for container orchestration and deployment. Proven experience in CI pipeline development (e.g., GitLab, GitHub). Solid understanding of software engineering principles, design patterns, and best practices. Experience with cloud platforms (AWS) Performance Expectations/metrics: Ability to deliver timely, high-quality code. As system understanding grows the developer should be more independent and require less help from others on the team. Top 3 must-have hard skills stack-ranked by importance Expert in Python required API development required Container Based development required Additional qualities to look for: AWS RDS Container Based development GitLab CI/CD including Pipeline management Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and Helm Dexian is a leading provider of staffing, IT, and workforce solutions with over 12,000 employees and 70 locations worldwide. As one of the largest IT staffing companies and the 2nd largest minority-owned staffing company in the U.S., Dexian was formed in 2023 through the merger of DISYS and Signature Consultants. Combining the best elements of its core companies, Dexian's platform connects talent, technology, and organizations to produce game-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals. Dexian's brands include Dexian DISYS, Dexian Signature Consultants, Dexian Government Solutions, Dexian Talent Development and Dexian IT Solutions. Visit https://dexian.com/ to learn more. Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status