Lead Consulting Developer- Python, AI/ML, Distributed System, Microservices

Oracle Corporation; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Oracle Health seeks a Lead Consulting Developer to advance AI/ML initiatives through expert Python development and scalable system design. The role requires collaboration with data scientists and global teams to deliver robust solutions.

The ideal candidate brings deep Python expertise, distributed systems experience, and proficiency with Kubernetes and multi-cloud environments. Strong communication and agile practices are essential in this fast-paced consulting setting.

Qualifications

• BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science or related field with 6+ years of professional experience.
• Extensive Python programming and software design experience.
• Experience designing and building distributed systems and large-scale architectures.
• Cloud expertise across Oracle Cloud, AWS, Azure, or GCP with DevOps mindset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize Python code to support AI/ML initiatives.
• Design and implement microservices and scalable architectures.
• Collaborate with data scientists and research teams to deliver solutions.
• Lead consulting efforts and coordinate across global stakeholders.

Skills

Python

Distributed systems

Microservices

Cloud computing

Agile

Communication

Cross-team collaboration

Education

CS degree (BS/MS/PhD)

Tools

Kubernetes

Oracle Cloud

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

This role is part of a specialized consulting team focused on providing advanced solution development and in-depth product knowledge to advance Oracle Health’s strategic priorities. As a Lead Consulting Developer, you will focus on developing and optimizing Python code to support AI and machine learning initiatives.This role requires you to obtain and maintain Federal Security clearance and be a US-based citizen.

The ideal candidate demonstrates a passion for solving complex challenges through innovation, thrives in dynamic environments, and excels at collaborating with stakeholders to deliver effective technology solutions.

Qualifications:

• BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science or related field, with 6+ years of professional experience
• Extensive hands‑on software design and programming experience, including deep expertise with Python
• Proven experience designing and building distributed systems and large‑scale architectures
• Strong experience implementing microservices on leading container orchestration platforms (e.g., Kubernetes)
• Demonstrated ability to optimize systems for performance, efficiency, reliability, and scalability
• Strong customer focus with a track record of delivering robust and maintainable solutions
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills, with experience collaborating across global teams
• Advanced troubleshooting, analytical, and performance tuning skills in Cloud environments
• Hands‑on Cloud development experience across major platforms (Oracle Cloud, AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Experience working in an Agile development environment

AI/ML experience:

• Proven track record building and operating Generative AI, Agentic, and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) systems
• Experience supporting and automating ML Ops pipelines
• Comfortable working directly with data scientists and research/innovation teams
• Familiarity with code generation assist technologies