Job Summary
Synechron is seeking a skilled and experienced Python Developer to join our dynamic technology this role you will be pivotal in designing developing and optimizing scalable resilient and high-performance software solutions primarily focused on data computation and processing. Your expertise will contribute to building robust platforms that support our data-driven initiatives ensuring our applications meet quality security and efficiency standards. This position offers an opportunity to work on innovative projects within a collaborative environment dedicated to technological excellence and continuous improvement.
Software Requirements
Required Software Skills:
- Python (version 3.7 or higher) with strong knowledge of core libraries and advanced modules
- SQL for database querying and management
- Source control tools: Git Bitbucket (or other SCM tools)
- CI/CD pipelines: Jenkins GitLab CI or equivalent
Preferred Software Skills:
- Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS Azure or GCP
- Familiarity with data processing frameworks like Apache Spark Hadoop
- Knowledge of containerization tools such as Docker and Kubernetes
- Monitoring and logging tools (e.g. ELK Stack Prometheus)
Overall Responsibilities
- Design develop and maintain scalable Python-based applications focused on data processing and computation
- Build and optimize backend systems ensuring high availability resilience and performance
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions
- Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines for seamless code integration and deployment
- Follow best practices in coding testing and documentation to ensure maintainability and quality
- Conduct system analysis troubleshooting and performance tuning as needed
- Stay updated with emerging technology trends and incorporate best practices into development processes
- Contribute to architectural decisions and technical documentation
Technical Skills (By Category)
Programming Languages:
- Required: Python (version 3.7) proficient in core concepts and advanced libraries such as NumPy Pandas asyncio
- Preferred: Other languages like Java Scala for specific data processing tasks
Databases/Data Management:
- Required: Strong experience with SQL (queries joins views stored procedures)
- Familiarity with relational databases (e.g. MySQL PostgreSQL)
Cloud Technologies:
- Preferred: AWS Azure or GCP platform experience
Frameworks and Libraries:
- Required: Data processing libraries (NumPy Pandas) web frameworks (Flask FastAPI)
- Preferred: Big Data tools like Spark Hadoop
Development Tools and Methodologies:
- Version control (Git Bitbucket)
- CI/CD tools (Jenkins GitLab CI equivalent)
- Agile methodologies and DevOps practices
Security Protocols:
- Basic understanding of application security best practices data privacy and compliance standards
Experience Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in software development focusing on Python application development
- Proven experience building scalable and resilient data processing platforms
- Demonstrated ability to design and implement efficient data-driven systems
- Exposure to cloud deployment automation and continuous integration environments
- Prior experience working in Agile/Scrum teams is preferred
- Relevant industry experience in finance technology or data-intensive domains is advantageous but not mandatory
Day-to-Day Activities
- Develop test and deploy Python-based applications and APIs supporting data workflows
- Collaborate regularly with team members product managers and stakeholders in agile meetings
- Write optimized SQL queries and integrate them into data processing pipelines
- Manage code repositories and participate in code reviews
- Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues proactively
- Contribute to technical documentation sprint planning and retrospectives
- Stay engaged with new technologies and suggest improvements for existing systems
- Ensure compliance with security and quality standards in all deliverables
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology Engineering or equivalent; advanced degrees preferred
- Relevant certifications in Python Data Engineering Cloud Technologies or DevOps are a plus
- Continuous professional growth through certifications workshops or courses related to software development and data management
Professional Competencies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with systems thinking ability
- Effective communicator capable of engaging with technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Collaborative team player with the ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively
- Adaptability to evolving technologies and project requirements
- Innovative mindset with a focus on continuous learning and process improvement
- Time management skills to meet deadlines and deliver quality outputs consistently
SYNECHRONS DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT
Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiative Same Difference is committed to fostering an inclusive culture promoting equality diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds race ethnicities religion age marital status gender sexual orientations or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements mentoring internal mobility learning and development programs and more.
All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to the applicants gender gender identity sexual orientation race ethnicity disabled or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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