Senior Python Engineer (Data Platform)

Join a dynamic team focused on building and evolving the next generation of an internal data management and propagation platform for a major tech company. This role is centered on robust backend development and REST API design, requiring strong foundational software engineering skills. While the platform supports cutting-edge data initiatives, the primary focus for this role is on the core service development, system design, and distributed systems.

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and enhance backend services and RESTful APIs for the internal data platform.
Lead and contribute to migration tasks, including the development of tools for data transfer and updating client SDKs.
Contribute to the ongoing evolution and build-out of next-generation services.
Collaborate closely with the engineering team, program managers, and internal customers to support the deployment of services across multiple accounts and resolve migration issues.
Assist in transitioning customers from legacy services to new platforms.
Participate actively in code reviews, contribute to documentation, and uphold high code quality standards.

Requirements

Primary Programming: Python (Must-Have for backend development).
Secondary Programming: Strong knowledge of Java is highly desired.
System Design: Good knowledge of System Design principles and experience with microservices architecture.
Distributed Systems: Excellent understanding of data structures and distributed systems.
Frameworks: Experience with backend frameworks like Spring Boot (Java) and/or Django/Flask (Python).
Database: Experience with PostgreSQL and Cassandra.
API: Hands-on experience developing and maintaining RESTful services.
DevOps/Cloud: Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, Git, and CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins).
Cloud Platform: Experience working with AWS.

Nice to have

Familiarity with Infrastructure-as-Code tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
Knowledge of Apache Spark or other ETL technologies.
Experience working within Agile development methodologies.

We offer

Opportunity to work on bleeding-edge projects
Work with a highly motivated and dedicated team
Competitive salary
Flexible schedule
Professional development opportunities

About Us

Grid Dynamics (NASDAQ: GDYN) is a leading provider of technology consulting, platform and product engineering, AI, and advanced analytics services. Fusing technical vision with business acumen, we solve the most pressing technical challenges and enable positive business outcomes for enterprise companies undergoing business transformation. A key differentiator for Grid Dynamics is our 8 years of experience and leadership in enterprise AI, supported by profound expertise and ongoing investment in data, analytics, cloud & DevOps, application modernization and customer experience. Founded in 2006, Grid Dynamics is headquartered in Silicon Valley with offices across the Americas, Europe, and India.

Senior Python Engineer (Data Platform)

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