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Experience & Technical Leadership:
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8+ years of progressive experience in Applications Development or Systems Analysis, with a substantial and demonstrated focus on Python technologies.
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Proven experience in successfully leading, architecting, and delivering complex software development projects from inception to production deployment.
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Demonstrated expertise in technical leadership, including providing guidance, mentorship, and conducting comprehensive code reviews for development teams.
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Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Python application development, encompassing advanced knowledge of frameworks (e.g., Django, Flask, FastAPI), best practices, and design patterns.
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Strong proficiency in software architecture principles, distributed system design patterns (e.g., Microservices, Event-Driven Architecture), and object-oriented programming.
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Core Technical Proficiency:
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Expert-level knowledge of Python and its robust ecosystem, with extensive hands-on experience in building scalable, resilient, and high-performance applications.
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Extensive experience with various database technologies, including relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, Oracle, SQL Server) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra, Redis).
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Proven expertise in designing, developing, and consuming secure RESTful APIs and other inter-application integration patterns.
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Hands-on experience with CI/CD systems (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions) and establishing robust automated deployment pipelines.
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Strong background in cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), including significant experience with containerization (Docker) and container orchestration (Kubernetes).
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Advanced troubleshooting, debugging, and performance optimization skills for complex, distributed applications and systems.
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Proficiency in automated testing frameworks (e.g., Pytest, unittest) and a strong advocate for Test-Driven Development (TDD) methodologies.
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Solid understanding of secure coding practices and application security principles (e.g., OWASP Top 10, data encryption, access control mechanisms).
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Expertise in modern version control systems, particularly Git, including advanced branching strategies and pull request workflows.
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) Proficiency:
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Exposure with AI/Machine Learning tools, frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn), and platforms.
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Practical experience using any of AI tools such as Copilot, Devin, Windsurf, Antigravity, and AI models like Claude/Gemini/GPT.
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Experience with Agentic AI tools and their application in development workflows, exposure in writing Agents, Skills and creating Agentic frameworks
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Understanding and practical application of Generative AI concepts and tool usage.
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Methodology & Professional Skills:
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Deep understanding and practical experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and fostering collaborative development environments.
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Exceptional ability to adjust priorities dynamically and manage multiple tasks effectively as circumstances dictate.
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Demonstrated leadership and project management skills, including stakeholder communication and resource allocation.
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Consistently demonstrates clear, concise, and effective written and verbal communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
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Polyglot Programming Exposure:
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Experience or familiarity with Java development, particularly within enterprise-level application contexts.
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Big Data & Analytics Exposure:
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Exposure to Big Data technologies (e.g., Apache Spark, Hadoop, Kafka) and experience in building data processing pipelines.
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Familiarity with data warehousing concepts and relevant tools.
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Frontend Development:
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Knowledge of modern frontend frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js) for full-stack development capabilities.
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Cloud & Industry Certifications:
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Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Developer, Azure Developer Associate, Google Cloud Professional Developer).
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Industry certifications in project management (e.g., PMP) or Agile methodologies (e.g., CSM, CSPO).
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Domain Knowledge:
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Understanding of financial services industry domain, regulatory requirements, and compliance standards.
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Job Family Group:
Technology
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Job Family:
Applications Development
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Time Type:
Full time
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Most Relevant Skills
Please see the requirements listed above.
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Other Relevant Skills
For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.
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