Diverse Lynx - Richardson, TX
posted 3 months ago
The Python Developer role is a long-term contract position based in either Boston, MA or Richardson, TX. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Python and SQL, with at least 5 years of experience in these areas. The role requires expertise in big data frameworks such as Hadoop and Spark, as well as experience in building automated data pipelines. Candidates should also have a solid understanding of data analysis and exploration techniques, and be comfortable working in an agile delivery environment. Strong critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this position. In addition to the core skills, the candidate should have experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and its services, including GCS Bucket, Cloud Functions, Dataproc, Dataflows, and Pub-Sub. Familiarity with version control systems like Git is necessary, as the role involves working in a multi-developer environment. The candidate should also have experience orchestrating data pipelines using tools such as Airflow or Azure Data Factory, and be knowledgeable about real-time and streaming technologies like Azure Event Hubs, Azure Functions, Kafka, and Spark Streaming. Furthermore, the role requires experience in API development and a basic understanding of DevOps best practices, including Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) using tools like Jenkins. Exposure to containerization technologies such as Kubernetes and Docker is also beneficial. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment that values diversity and inclusion, and where all qualified applicants are considered based on their abilities and competencies.