Job Description

Job Title: Senior Python Developer 

Location: Charlotte, NC
Department: Data Engineering / AI & Machine Learning
Employment Type: Contract

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Python Developer with deep experience in distributed computing, machine learning, and data engineering. The ideal candidate will have a strong command of Python, hands-on expertise with Apache Spark and Airflow, and a background in building scalable APIs and microservices. Familiarity with cloud computing platforms and generative AI frameworks is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, test, and maintain data pipelines and machine learning workflows using Python

• Build and optimize distributed computing solutions leveraging Apache Spark

• Design and implement data orchestration pipelines using Apache Airflow

• Develop RESTful microservices and APIs for model inference and data access

• Collaborate with data scientists, ML engineers, and DevOps teams to operationalize machine learning models

• Optimize code for performance across large-scale datasets, including usage of GPUs when applicable

• Stay informed on advances in Generative AI, LLMs, and related technologies

• Deploy solutions in cloud-based environments (AWS, GCP, or Azure preferred)

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of professional Python development experience

• 2+ years of experience with core Python libraries for data (e.g., Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, etc.)

• 2+ years of hands-on experience in machine learning development

• 2+ years of experience with Apache Spark in a distributed computing environment

• 2+ years of experience with Apache Airflow for scheduling and workflow management

• 2+ years of experience in Microservices and API development

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) for deployment and storage

• Exposure to Generative AI, LLMs, or GPU-accelerated machine learning

• Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and CI/CD pipelines

• Strong understanding of software engineering best practices and agile methodologies

Soft Skills:

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical thinking

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, cross-functional team

• Comfortable managing priorities and handling ambiguity