GCP Python Developer
Location: Boston, MA (On-site) - 6 month contract
Full-Time | MidSenior Level | No Visa Sponsorship or Relocation
About the Role
A leading technology services organization is seeking a highly skilled Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Python Developer to join its on-site team in Boston, MA. This role requires a developer with strong backend development experience, deep familiarity with distributed systems, and hands-on expertise in event-driven architectures using GCP services.
Ideal candidates will have experience building scalable systems using Python, Pub/Sub, and a range of GCP services like Cloud Functions, Dataflow, and Cloud Run. A deep understanding of asynchronous communication, schema evolution, and event choreography is key to success in this role.
Must-Have Skills
- 10+ years of professional software development experience
- Strong proficiency in Python, with demonstrated backend system development
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Hands-on experience with GCP services, especially:
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Google Pub/Sub
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Google Cloud Functions
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Cloud Run
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Dataflow (nice to have)
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Experience with event-driven architecture, including:
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Choreography patterns
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Distributed systems design
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Asynchronous communication & orchestration
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Expertise in schema design and serialization, including:
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Avro (required)
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Familiarity with Protobuf and JSON
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Versioning and schema validation practices
- Strong understanding of RPC-style APIs and backend communication patterns
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Responsibilities
- Design and build scalable, event-driven backend services using Python and GCP SDKs
- Implement and maintain distributed systems that use Pub/Sub, Cloud Functions, and Cloud Run
- Develop robust data pipelines and real-time event processing with tools like Dataflow
- Design and manage message schemas with Avro, and support schema evolution
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define integration patterns and architectural direction
- Ensure system reliability, observability, and security in a cloud-native environment
Preferred Attributes
- Experience in environments focused on cloud-native, microservices, or event-first architecture
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, on-site setting
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Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
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Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related field (required)
Job Details
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Position Type: Full-Time (Contract)
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Location: Boston, MA On-site only
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Experience Level: 10+ years
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Education Required: Bachelors degree
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Visa Sponsorship: Not available
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Relocation Assistance: Not available
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Hourly Pay Rate: Competitive (DOE)
This role is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned cloud-native developer to build high-impact systems using modern, serverless technologies in a dynamic, technically challenging environment.
Apply now to bring your GCP expertise to mission-critical backend systems built for scale and speed.
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