Python Developer

Job Description

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Python Developer for a right to hire assignment with one of our premier financial services clients in Rutherford, NJ.

Responsibilities

Responsible for designing, building, and implementing scalable backend applications and microservices within the Technology team.

Focuses on developing robust Python-based services, APIs, and data processing systems that support enterprise applications and analytics.

Responsible for data extraction and analysis from structured and unstructured sources, while leveraging emerging technologies such as LLMs and GenAI to deliver efficient and innovative backend solutions to complex business problems.

Design, develop, and implement scalable backend systems using Python, with a focus on microservices and API-driven architecture

Build and maintain RESTful APIs and backend services for data ingestion, processing, and integration

Develop data processing pipelines to handle structured and unstructured data

Collaborate with global Technology teams across multiple time zones in a hybrid environment

Apply Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) principles and backend engineering best practices

Drive resolution of complex technical challenges through analysis of system flows and business processes

Ensure solutions align with enterprise architecture, performance, and scalability requirements

Establish and follow standards for coding, testing, debugging, and deployment in backend environments

Perform data extraction, transformation, and analysis to support business use cases

Implement unit testing and TDD to ensure reliability and maintainability of backend services

Contribute to microservices ecosystem, including service integration and inter-service communication

Support the integration of LLMs and GenAI capabilities into backend systems and workflows

Mentor junior developers and promote strong engineering and coding standards

Identify and manage risks, ensuring compliance with policies, regulatory requirements, and governance standards

Required Skills

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or related field

5–7 years of experience developing backend systems and services using Python

Strong proficiency in Python and related libraries (e.g., NumPy, Pandas)

Experience building REST APIs and working in microservices or service-oriented architectures

Experience with data processing, ETL pipelines, or data engineering concepts

Familiarity with LLMs and GenAI technologies

Understanding of distributed systems and backend integration patterns

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a global team

Preferred Skills

Experience with distributed data tools (e.g., Hadoop, Spark, Hive)

Knowledge of databases (e.g., MySQL or other relational databases)

Familiarity with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes/OpenShift)

Background in financial services, banking, or risk environments

Experience with AI developer tools such as Copilot

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SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business.

Our mission

to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at https://sgainc.com/ .

SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company EEO page to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.