Senior Python Developer

Job Title: Senior Python Developer

Location: Jersey City, NJ

Job Type: Contract Position

Experience: 9+ Years

Job Summary:

We are looking for a highly experienced Senior Python Developer with 9+ years of software development experience and strong expertise in Python, backend development, APIs, and financial applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable applications using Python.
• Develop RESTful APIs and backend services using FastAPI, Flask, or Django.
• Work with SQL databases and optimize complex queries and data processing.
• Develop integrations with internal and external financial systems.
• Implement secure, reliable, and high-performance solutions for financial applications.
• Collaborate with architects, business analysts, QA, and other engineering teams.
• Perform code reviews, debugging, performance tuning, and production support.
• Follow Agile/Scrum development practices and maintain technical documentation.

Required Skills

• 9+ years of software development experience with strong Python expertise.
• Strong knowledge of Python, REST APIs, microservices, and backend development.
• Experience with FastAPI / Flask / Django.
• Strong SQL and database experience.
• Experience with AWS/Azure or other cloud platforms.
• Knowledge of Git, CI/CD, Docker, and Kubernetes is preferred.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.