Platform Engineer - Python

Matlen Silver; Chandler (AZ); Hybrid; USD 75,768 - 89,544; Full time

Job summary

Matlen Silver is seeking a Python Platform Engineer for an 18-month W2 contract. This hybrid role (3 days onsite, 2 days remote) in Chandler, AZ focuses on designing and developing scalable software applications and platform capabilities within an Agile engineering team.

The ideal candidate will have strong proficiency in Python and experience with enterprise application development, debug, and support. Key skills include API development, Agile methodologies, and CI/CD processes.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in Python and experience developing enterprise applications.
• Understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) methodologies.
• Experience with application development, debugging, testing, and production support.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain software applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver technical solutions.
• Support system integration, performance optimization, and operational stability.

Skills

Python

Agile methodologies

API development

SQL or NoSQL

Git

CI/CD pipelines

Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)

Observability tools

Job description

Python Platform Engineer

18 Month W2 Contract

$55-65/hour

Hybrid 3 days onsite 2 days remote

Chandler, AZ

Software Engineer II is responsible for designing, developing, enhancing, and supporting software applications and platform capabilities. This role operates as an individual contributor within an Agile engineering team, delivering scalable, resilient, and high-performing solutions that support enterprise technology platforms and business services. The role partners closely with software engineers, infrastructure teams, and production support teams to implement reliable, secure, and maintainable systems. The Software Engineer II works under general direction, with responsibility for executing moderately complex technical deliverables while contributing to application design, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Primary Skill

Python

Required Skills

• Strong proficiency in Python and experience developing enterprise applications and services.
• Working knowledge of software development best practices, including object-oriented design, modular development, and clean coding principles.
• Experience with application development, debugging, testing, and production support.
• Understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) methodologies, including Agile and Scrum practices.
• Experience developing and consuming APIs, microservices, and service-oriented architectures.
• Working knowledge of database technologies (SQL and/or NoSQL) and data access patterns.
• Experience with version control systems such as Git and modern code management practices.
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment processes.
• Knowledge of system integration, performance tuning, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis techniques.
• Awareness of security, risk, and compliance considerations within enterprise environments.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams.

Desired Skills

• Experience working in enterprise application development environments.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies including Docker and Kubernetes.
• Exposure to DevOps practices, automation frameworks, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
• Experience supporting high-availability, scalable, and mission-critical applications.
• Knowledge of observability tools, including logging, monitoring, and alerting solutions.
• Exposure to Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) practices, incident management, and operational excellence principles.
• Financial services or other regulated industry experience, including compliance-focused development practices.

Secondary Skill

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain software applications and services.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and deliver technical solutions.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to engineering best practices.
• Develop scalable, secure, and maintainable software solutions aligned with business and technical requirements.
• Troubleshoot production issues and support incident resolution activities.
• Contribute to application modernization, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support system integration, performance optimization, and operational stability.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives, and backlog refinement.
• Ensure adherence to security, compliance, and software quality standards.
• Document technical solutions, processes, and operational procedures.