Python Developer

Russell Tobin; Alpharetta (GA); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Russell Tobin is seeking a Python Developer in Alpharetta, GA for a 12-month hybrid contract. You will onboard and maintain API microservices, integrate with data protection tools, and support automation and DevOps tasks.

You will also participate in design reviews and knowledge sharing across global teams. The role emphasizes building secure, scalable APIs, working with FastAPI and Beanie, Linux/Windows environments, and collaboration in an Agile setting.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Python development and API design.
• Experience with FastAPI and Beanie for data handling.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and automation.
• Knowledge of Linux and Windows environments.
• Experience building and scaling microservices/APIs.
• Understanding of IT security controls and data protection.

Responsibilities

• Onboard and maintain API microservices for business needs.
• Integrate with tech ecosystem focusing on sensitive data detection.
• Support DevOps tasks, automation, and on-call duties.
• Participate in design and code reviews.
• Contribute to agile ceremonies and documentation.
• Share knowledge across global squads.

Skills

Python

FastAPI

Beanie

Git

Jenkins

Test Automation

Linux

Windows

Jira

MongoDB

Troubleshooting

Cybersecurity

AI SDLC

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Kafka

Job description

Job Title: Python Developer
Location: Alpharetta GA / Hybrid
Duration:12 months Contract with possibility of extension or contract to hire.
Payrate range: $60-$65/hr

Description

• The mission of the group is to implement the organization's Data Cybersecurity Strategy by architecting, engineering, deploying, and operating technical data security controls and capabilities for the Enterprise. This is achieved by continued focus on architectural rigor, automation, Agile delivery, and adoption of Data Protection Services' control implementations by our users and partners.
• The Data Protection Services (DPS) team designs, engineers and operates solutions that secure data at rest and in transit, escalating inappropriate usage of the organization's data to incident responders.
• This Python Developer position is with the Data Protection Development Squad. We work on building APIs that leverage vendor SaaS solutions and are used for data protection. This includes building microservices and applications needed by other teams for functions such as scanning automation, masking, policy controls, scheduling and authentication management.

What will you be doing?

• You will onboard new and maintain existing API microservices to support business needs and integrate with the tech ecosystem focused on sensitive data detection across all structured and unstructured data to mitigate organizational risk, with Just-in-time access and minimal system owner involvement, while ensuring that scan results are available to downstream systems.
• You will work with the Data Protection Development squad supporting Development & Operational tasks involved in data security services, ranging from service delivery, task automation, DevOps tasks and supporting an on-call rota.
• You will support the continuous improvement of our services through the development of automation scripting and effective observability solutions.
• Across the Data Protection Development squad and stakeholder groups, you will participate in design and code reviews.
• You will participate in the agile structure and norms of the team.
• You will deliver knowledge sharing across our global Data Protection squads & chapters, providing documentation, presentations, and internal postings.

You will have the opportunity to:

• Extend your technical knowledge with challenging engineering projects and the use of new technologies in areas like cloud data governance.
• Learn more about the Financial Industry through various business stakeholders and industry activities and events.
• Work in an open environment where everyone can express their views and make significant contributions.

What we're looking for:

Development: Python, FastAPI, Beanie

DevOps: Git, Jenkins, Test Automation

OS: Linux (in-depth), Windows

Agile: Jira

Database: MongoDB

Networking: Troubleshooting and debugging

Security Practices: Knowledge of critical cyber security controls

• AI Software Development Lifecycle (AI SDLC): Working knowledge of the secure and governed use of artificial intelligence across requirements, design, development, testing, deployment, monitoring, and continuous improvement, including appropriate human oversight.

Would Be Nice:

• Development: Data analytics, Java, Spring Boot, One of (ReactJS, AngularJS)
• Orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes, Kafka
• SRE: Flux, Grafana, Loki
• Products: BigID, Varonis
• Security: Snyk

Professional Skills:

• Experience working within Agile teams
• Experience with building and scaling APIs in a microservice environment
• Knowledge of IT Service Management (ITIL)
• Ability to quickly learn and understand proprietary technologies in a complex, regulated environment
• Self-starter with proven & demonstratable experience in technical & application support of enterprise systems
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills coupled with a collaborative approach
• An automation/orchestration mind-set, enabling the product squads to spend more time coding and less time on manual processes

Attributes:

• Passionate around automation, development and problem solving
• Being comfortable with frequent, incremental code testing and deployment
• Take a hands-on approach to implementing work from requirements, prototyping and design, to build, automation to deployment and operations.
• Own the quality and timeliness of delivery
• Communicate key issues and progress updates in a regular, accurate, timely fashion

Where will you be working?

• This role is based at our Alpharetta, GA, USA office. Hybrid working (3 days per week onsite requirement)

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