Python Developer

STRATEGIC STAFFING SOLUTIONS HAS AN OPENING! Job Title: Python Engineer – Kubernetes / Docker Location Iselin, NJ • • Hybrid • • 3 days/week on site in Iselin, 2 days remote Duration 24 months, possibility to convert Role Type: W2 Contract Engagement-No C2C Industry: Financial Services / Capital Markets / Compliance Overview We are seeking a Python Engineer with strong hands-on experience in containerized application development and deployment using Kubernetes and Docker. In this contingent assignment, you will contribute to complex software engineering initiatives that involve large-scale systems, automation, and cloud-native architecture. You will collaborate closely with client teams to design, build, and optimize distributed applications while ensuring performance, reliability, and compliance across environments. Key Responsibilities • Design, develop, and deploy Python-based microservices in containerized environments (Docker + Kubernetes) • Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines for application delivery and environment automation • Collaborate with DevOps and infrastructure teams to ensure cloud-native scalability and resilience • Optimize system performance and troubleshoot distributed system issues • Implement logging, monitoring, and alerting for deployed services • Ensure adherence to security, compliance, and engineering best practices • Participate in code reviews, technical documentation, and sprint ceremonies Required Qualifications • 5+ years of professional software engineering experience with a focus on Python development • Strong hands-on experience with Kubernetes and Docker for container orchestration and deployment • Proficiency in building RESTful APIs and microservices using frameworks like Flask, FastAPI, or Django • Familiarity with CI/CD tools (GitHub Actions, Jenkins, GitLab CI, etc.) • Experience with Linux-based environments and scripting for automation • Knowledge of SQL/NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB) • Solid understanding of object-oriented design, data structures, and algorithms Nice to Have • Cloud experience with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud (GCP) • Experience with Helm, Terraform, or Ansible • Monitoring and logging exposure (Splunk, Prometheus, Grafana) • Familiarity with Kafka, RabbitMQ, or other message brokers Ideal Candidate • Passionate about automation, scalability, and high-performance systems • Experienced in modern software delivery and DevOps principles • Comfortable working independently while collaborating across distributed teams • Strong communication and problem-solving skills