C12 Python Backend Developer

TSR Consulting, Inc.; Rutherford (NJ); Hybrid; USD 59,236 - 99,187; Full time

Job summary

TSR Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Python Backend Developer for a contract-to-hire role in Rutherford, NJ. The position offers a hybrid work model with a focus on robust Python-based backend systems and leadership of global tech teams.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in data science/ML, strong Python, SQL, Spark expertise, and experience with ML/DL/LLMs. The role emphasizes software quality through TDD and collaboration across functions.

Qualifications

• PhD or master’s in CS, data science, statistics, mathematics, engineering or related field.
• 5+ years as a data scientist specializing in ML modeling, ranking, recommendations, or personalization systems.
• 5+ years designing scalable ML systems for training, inference, monitoring, and iteration.
• Strong background of ML/DL/LLM algorithms, model architectures, and training techniques.
• Proficiency in Python, SQL, Spark, PySpark, TensorFlow or other analytic/model-building languages.
• Proficiency with tools and LLMs.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and implement robust Python-based solutions.
• Lead global technology teams across time zones in a hybrid model.
• Drive OOPS-based development and mentor team members in advanced Python techniques.
• Partner with management to integrate functions and deploy new products/process improvements.
• Resolve high-impact problems through evaluation of business and system processes.

Skills

Python

SQL

Spark

PySpark

TensorFlow

LLMs

ML Modeling

Teamwork

Education

PhD or Master’s in CS/Data Science/Statistics/Mathematics/Engineering

Bachelor’s in STEM

Tools

Linux shell scripting

Hadoop

Hive

Spark

Job description

Our client, a leading financial services company, is hiring a Python Backend Developer on a contract to hire basis.

Job ID# 85349

Work Location: Rutherford, NJ

Work Model: Hybrid

Responsibilities:

• Architect, Design, and implement robust Python-based solution
• Lead global Technology Teams across different time zones, enabling a hybrid work model
• Drive Object-Oriented Programming (OOPS) principle-based development and mentor team members to leverage advanced python coding techniques and features
• Partner with multiple management teams to ensure appropriate integration of functions to meet goals as well as identify and define necessary system enhancements to deploy new products and process improvements
• Resolve variety of high impact problems/projects through in-depth evaluation of complex business processes, system processes, and industry standards
• Provide expertise in area and advanced knowledge of applications programming and ensure application design adheres to the overall architecture blueprint
• Utilize advanced knowledge of system flow and develop standards for coding, testing, debugging, and implementation
• Develop comprehensive knowledge of how areas of business, such as architecture and infrastructure, integrate to accomplish business goals
• Provide in-depth analysis with interpretive thinking to define issues and develop innovative solutions
• Serve as advisor or coach to mid-level developers and analysts, allocating work as necessary
• Experience in using writing and using shell script and other Linux features
• Implement Unit Testing and TDD to ensure software quality and maintainability
• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding client, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.
• Proactive.

Qualifications:

• PhD or master's degree in computer science, Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of industry experience as a data scientist, specializing in ML Modeling, Ranking, Recommendations, or Personalization systems.
• 5+ years of experience designing and developing scalable and reliable machine learning systems for training, inference, monitoring, and iteration.
• Strong background of ML/DL/LLM algorithms, model architectures, and training techniques.
• Proficiency in Python, SQL, Spark, PySpark, TensorFlow or other analytical/model-building programming languages.
• Proficiency with tools and LLMs.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in GenAI/LLMs projects.
• Familiarity with distributed data/computing tools (e.g., Hadoop, Hive, Spark, MySQL).
• Background in financial business-like banking, risk management.
• Should be familiar with capital markets and financial instruments and modeling

Education:

• Bachelor's degree/University degree or equivalent experience in STEM

Rate: $72/hr