Python Developer / Production Support

$114,400 - $135,200/Yr

The Matlen Silver Group - Jersey City, NJ

Full-time - Mid Level

Onsite - Jersey City, NJ

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Python Developer with Production Support role involves providing L2/L3 technical support and maintaining application governance while developing and supporting Python-based applications. The position requires collaboration with various teams to resolve issues, ensure compliance, and improve operational processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in Python development, database management, and Linux systems, along with excellent communication and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide L2/L3 support to users and application production support team.
• Debug and write clean, efficient, and well-documented Python code.
• Troubleshoot software and platform issues related to Python, Oracle, Spark, Spectrum Grid, and Hadoop/Hive.
• Develop automation solutions for repetitive tasks using Python and shell scripts.
• Perform application governance resolutions, upgrades, and routine system monitoring.
• Ensure system security and compliance with best practices.
• Deploy code to development, QA, staging, and production servers using CI/CD pipelines.
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and deliver solutions.
• Document code, system configurations, processes, and procedures.

Requirements

• Demonstrable experience as a Python developer.
• Experience with Linux system administration.
• Strong understanding of databases and SQL.
• Experience with automation tools and frameworks (Jenkins, Ansible, pytest).
• Proficient in Python programming and Linux OS (Ubuntu, CentOS).
• Familiarity with shell scripting (Bash).
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git, Bitbucket).
• Understanding of network protocols and services (DNS, DHCP, HTTP, SSH).
• Experience with Hadoop/Hive platform.
• Experience with Spark Framework in Python.

Nice-to-haves

• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer
• Diversity and Inclusion initiatives