About the Role Northwest Partners is looking for a Senior Python Developer to join our client, a global financial services organization. In this role, you will develop and enhance automation solutions that support the transformation of enterprise network infrastructure and security operations. Working closely with Network Engineers and Software Developers, you will build scalable, full-stack applications that automate network processes, improve operational efficiency, and support the organization's global technology strategy.This is a full-time, hybrid opportunity requiring 4 days per week in the office, with the flexibility to work remotely for up to 4 weeks per year, in line with company policy.
Locations available in Quincy and Boston, MA; Princeton and Clifton, NJ; Austin, TX; Kansas City, MO; and Berwyn, PA
What You Will Do - Design, develop, and maintain full-stack applications that automate network infrastructure and security operations.
- Build high-quality, modular Python applications using modern software engineering best practices.
- Collaborate with Network Engineers to understand infrastructure requirements and translate them into scalable automation solutions.
- Develop and integrate RESTful APIs to communicate with network devices and third-party systems.
- Design and optimize database solutions, including complex queries and performance tuning.
- Write automated tests and contribute throughout the full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
- Work within an Agile Scrum environment, participating in sprint planning, reviews, and daily stand-ups.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of development standards, code quality, and automation capabilities.
- Support automation initiatives across a range of networking technologies, including switches, firewalls, load balancers, and cloud platforms.
What You Will Bring - Strong commercial experience developing applications with Python.
- Experience building full-stack applications using technologies such as Django, React, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and Bootstrap.
- Experience developing and consuming RESTful APIs and working with JSON and XML data formats.
- Strong understanding of database design, SQL, and query optimization.
- Knowledge of source control, authentication, messaging technologies, and modern software development practices.
- Experience working with network infrastructure or network automation, including technologies such as Cisco, Arista, F5, Palo Alto, Fortinet, Zscaler, or Citrix NetScaler, is highly desirable.
- Understanding of Agile development methodologies and Scrum practices.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across engineering and infrastructure teams.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field preferred.
Declaimer: All candidates will be asked to briefly show a government-issued ID on video during the first interview. This step protects the integrity of the hiring process given the rise in applicant impersonation and employment fraud.
Benefits Include:
Health Insurance, Vision Insurance, Dental Insurance, Short term Disability, Long-term Disability, Life Insurance, Education Benefits and more.
About Northwest Partners
Northwest Partners is an equal opportunity employer. At Northwest Partners we are dedicated to moving at the speed of innovation. We work with clients across the globe to provide exceptional knowledge, talent, and resources. As a trusted partner, we merge the client's vision with our expertise to deliver powerful results. Northwest Partners is known for building and managing elite teams in technology across diverse industries. Our mission is to empower every talent and every client to achieve more.