Senior Python Backend Engineer — Hybrid (ML/FinTech)

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

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.