Python Developer

Filetwigbay; Atlantic City (NJ); Remote; USD 61,000 - 89,000; Part time

Job summary

DataFlow Systems is seeking a backend developer to build and maintain a Ruby on Rails service that endures heavy load. You will work with data teams to surface insights from production systems and own features from design through deployment.

The contract role offers mentorship, a clear technology ladder, and a Docker-heavy, Google Cloud–driven environment. Remote work is possible, or relocation to Atlantic City, NJ, for on-site collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent practical experience.
• Willingness to relocate to Atlantic City, NJ, or to work remotely.
• Strong communicator who writes effective meeting recaps and documents decisions.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with data teams to surface insights from production systems.
• Maintain and optimize the Rails backend to handle high load.
• Architect fault-tolerant distributed systems leveraging Google Cloud and Rails.
• Implement feature flags and changes management for safe testing in production.
• Coordinate deployment pipelines to ensure smooth Atlantic City deployments.
• Bridge whiteboard concepts to production in Atlantic City, NJ.
• Maintain stability during code freezes and release cycles.

Skills

Remote work

Relocation flexibility

Clear communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Ruby on Rails

Docker

Google Cloud

Job description

Come build the backend that powers our calmly-fast-moving products, writing Ruby on Rails that holds up under serious load. This contract job at DataFlow Systems delivers $61,000 - $89,000, hands-on ownership, and a clear ladder for technology professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with data teams to surface insights from production systems
• Keep the Cypress build pipeline green so Atlantic City deploys never wait on a red light
• Architect fault-tolerant distributed systems leveraging Google Cloud and Ruby on Rails
• Wire up Change Management feature flags so DataFlow Systems can test on Atlantic City traffic risk-free
• Wrangle Prioritization config across environments so Atlantic City staging mirrors production
• Carry features from whiteboard sketch to Atlantic City, NJ production without dropping the baton
• Carry a collaborative Ruby on Rails feature through code freeze without breaking DataFlow Systems stability

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalent practical experience
• Demonstrated knack for making the design-led feel manageable
• Willingness to relocate to Atlantic City, NJ, or to make remote work
• A communicator who writes the meeting recap nobody asked for but everyone reads

DataFlow Systems earns its keep by making technology predictable, a craft-focused promise it has quietly kept across NJ. Honest feedback is a gift here, and we try to wrap it kindly before we hand it over.

Our $61,000 - $89,000 package travels with real mentorship, a growth ladder you can see, and the flexibility to clock in from Atlantic City or home.

We re-validated this opening today; DataFlow Systems is still on the lookout.

Pair your Ruby on Rails with our Docker-heavy team and watch what DataFlow Systems can build.