Python Developer - Contract - Hybrid - DC

Dice is the leading career destination for tech experts at every stage of their careers. Our client, SANS, is seeking the following. Apply via Dice today! NO OPT AND CPT CANDIDATES Must be okay with onsite interview if needed Hybrid Washington DC area - ONLY LOCAL TO WC We are seeking an experienced Senior Python Developer with a strong background in financial services or banking to join our growing technology team. The ideal candidate will be highly proficient in Python programming and possess a deep understanding of financial systems, data processing, and performance optimization in a regulated environment. Key Responsibilities: • Design, develop, and maintain scalable and secure Python-based applications and services. • Collaborate with business analysts and stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications. • Integrate Python applications with financial systems, APIs, databases, and third-party platforms. • Build and optimize data processing pipelines for large-scale financial datasets. • Ensure high performance, reliability, and security of code in compliance with industry and regulatory standards. • Write clean, maintainable, and testable code following best practices (TDD/CI/CD). • Participate in architecture discussions and code reviews. • Mentor junior developers and contribute to a culture of technical excellence. Required Skills & Qualifications: • 7 10 years of hands-on experience in Python development. • Strong understanding of object-oriented programming, design patterns, and system architecture. • Proven experience in the financial services domain (e.g., capital markets, trading systems, risk management, payments, or banking). • Experience with pandas, NumPy, SQLAlchemy, or similar Python data processing libraries. • Good knowledge of SQL and experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL, Oracle, etc.). • Familiarity with REST APIs, microservices architecture, and message queues (Kafka, RabbitMQ, etc.). • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform) is a plus. • Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD tools (Git, Jenkins, Docker, etc.). • Understanding of security and compliance in financial software development. • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team.