Immediate Opportunities - Senior Full-Stack Python Engineer (Backend & Data Platform Focus) in Detroit MI (Hybrid)

Job Title: Senior Full-Stack Python Engineer (Backend & Data Platform Focus)

Location: Detroit MI

Employment Type: Contract

Mode of work: Hybrid

Interview: In person interview required

Job Description

Position: Senior Full-Stack Python Engineer (Backend & Data Platform Focus)

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Full-Stack Python Engineer with deep expertise in backend development, data engineering concepts, and modern web application development. This role requires strong proficiency in Python, Django, SQL, Linux, and containerized deployments, along with experience building dynamic user interfaces using React or Angular.

The ideal candidate will be comfortable working across the entire technology stack—from designing scalable backend services and data models to developing modern frontend applications and deploying solutions in containerized environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable web applications using Python and Django.
• Build and enhance RESTful APIs and backend services.
• Develop dynamic and responsive user interfaces using React or Angular.
• Design and optimize complex SQL queries, including window functions and advanced database concepts.
• Develop and maintain data processing pipelines and backend services supporting analytical workloads.
• Implement authentication, authorization, and security best practices.
• Work with Linux-based environments and perform system troubleshooting.
• Build and deploy applications using Docker and containerization technologies.
• Design and implement Django middleware, serializers, and application architecture components.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, scalable solutions.
• Participate in architecture discussions, code reviews, and technical design sessions.
• Troubleshoot production issues and optimize application performance.

Required Qualifications

• 7 years of software development experience.
• Strong proficiency in Python programming and object-oriented design principles.
• Extensive experience with Django and Django REST Framework.
• Strong understanding of backend architecture and distributed systems.
• Advanced SQL skills, including joins, indexing, query optimization, and window functions.
• Experience working in Linux environments and command-line tools.
• Hands-on experience with Docker and containerized application deployments.
• Experience with REST APIs, authentication mechanisms, and API integrations.
• Proficiency with React.js or Angular for frontend development.
• Strong understanding of software design patterns and application scalability.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with data engineering concepts and analytical data platforms.
• Experience designing manifest-driven or metadata-driven UI frameworks.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Experience building enterprise applications involving registration systems, payment processing, dashboards, and reporting platforms.

Technical Skills

• Languages: Python, JavaScript, SQL
• Backend: Django, Django REST Framework, API Development
• Frontend: React.js, Angular
• Database: PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Optimization, Window Functions
• Infrastructure: Linux, Docker, Containerization
• Tools: Git, CI/CD, REST APIs
• Cloud: AWS/Azure/Google Cloud Platform (Preferred)

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a senior engineer who combines strong full-stack development capabilities with deep backend engineering and data platform knowledge. This role requires someone comfortable discussing low-level technical concepts, infrastructure, deployment practices, and complex data processing while also delivering modern, user-focused web applications.