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Python Lead Developer

Galent
Houston, TX Contractor
POSTED ON 4/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/17/2026

Key Responsibilities

Backend Engineering & API Development

  • Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems using Python (3.x)
  • Build robust APIs using Django, Flask, and FastAPI
  • Develop reusable components, custom middleware, and high-performance services
  • Ensure adherence to RESTful standards and best practices

Architecture & System Design

  • Lead the design and implementation of microservices and distributed systems
  • Drive architectural decisions, technology selection, and platform evolution
  • Ensure systems are scalable, resilient, and secure

Database & Data Engineering

  • Work extensively with Oracle, PostgreSQL, and MySQL
  • Perform data modeling, query optimization, and transaction management
  • Design efficient data pipelines and ensure data integrity across systems

DevOps & CI/CD

  • Implement and enhance CI/CD pipelines for automated testing and deployment
  • Promote DevOps best practices for reliability, scalability, and monitoring
  • Collaborate with infrastructure teams on cloud and deployment strategies

Production Support & Problem Resolution

  • Lead troubleshooting of complex production issues across systems
  • Analyze performance bottlenecks and optimize system efficiency
  • Ensure high availability and reliability of applications

Leadership & Collaboration

  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to development teams
  • Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, product teams, and architects
  • Drive code quality, best practices, and engineering excellence

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • 10 years of experience in software development with strong focus on Python
  • Hands-on expertise in Django, Flask, FastAPI
  • Strong experience in REST APIs, microservices, and distributed systems
  • Deep knowledge of Oracle, PostgreSQL, and relational databases
  • Proficiency in PL/SQL and query optimization
  • Experience with CI/CD tools, DevOps practices, and automated testing
  • Strong problem-solving and debugging skills in complex environments

Good to Have

  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/Google Cloud Platform)
  • Exposure to containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
  • Knowledge of event-driven architecture and messaging systems

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