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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Fullstack Software Engineer (data oriented, Python & Azure) - Contract - Hybrid at RVA - **Company:** Alphanumeric Systems, Inc. - **Location:** Richmond, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $126,880.0 - $137,280.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Unit Testing, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Database, Information Systems, Computer Programming, Databases, Continuous Integration, Data Security, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Webui, SQL Databases, Web Application Frameworks, Web Performance Optimization, Git, Data Layers, Data Lakes, Pyspark, Information Technology, Azure Synapse Analytics, Software Version Control, Data Pipelines, Databricks - **Published:** August 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.wayup.com/i-j-Fullstack-Software-Engineer-data-oriented-Python-Azure-Contract-Hybrid-at-RVA-Alphanumeric-Systems-108230708566594/ ## About the Role Preferred Skills & Technologies + Azure Synapse, Databricks, Azure DevOps, Azure App Service, Postgres SQL + Strong programming experience in Python, SQL, and PySpark + Hands-on experience with cloud data lakes and CI/CD pipelines (Git) + Familiarity with web UI services and Azure-based deployment environments Ideal candidate + A self-driven engineer who thrives in collaborative, Agile environments. + Comfortable wearing multiple hats: developer, tester, and business analyst. + Passionate about building scalable, maintainable, and secure data systems. + Skilled communicator who bridges the gap between technical and business stakeholders. Qualifications + Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, Mathematics, or related field (or equivalent experience). + Hands-on experience with Azure Synapse, Delta Lake, and Postgres database platforms. + Expertise in SQL and Python, with a strong understanding of Azure App Service and web UI integration. + Proven analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills. ## Description Alphanumeric is hiring a Senior Software Engineer to join our partner's engineering team in Richmond, VA, supporting a leading organization with a long-standing footprint in the financial and insurance industries. This is an opportunity to play a key role in building scalable, high-performance web applications and data pipelines that enable critical analytics and insights. You'll design, build, and maintain modern data and application solutions using Postgres SQL, Azure Synapse, Python, and PySpark, ensuring performance, reliability, and quality across systems., + Build and maintain scalable web applications, data pipelines, and workflows using Postgres SQL and Azure Synapse. + Troubleshoot, enhance, and optimize existing UI and data workflows for reliability and performance. + Analyze and resolve production issues across front end, back end, and data layers with root-cause analysis and permanent fixes. + Design and maintain data control frameworks to ensure integrity, security, and compliance across Synapse and integrated applications. + Collaborate with actuarial stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver reliable, highquality solutions. + Participate in Agile ceremonies, backlog grooming, and task estimation. + Apply CI/CD, unit testing, version control, and monitoring best practices. + Use automation and scripting to improve deployment efficiency and system scalability. + Support QA/UAT cycles, ensuring deliverables meet business and usability expectations. + Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation for long-term knowledge sharing. ## Related Videos - [Shipping Faster with Less: Render on Cloud Hosting, AI Workloads, and the Future of DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1894-shipping-faster-with-less-render-on-cloud-hosting-ai-workloads-and-the-future-of-devops) - [PySpark - Combining Machine Learning & Big Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/44-pyspark-combining-machine-learning-big-data) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Best practices: Building Enterprise Applications that leverage GenAI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1513-best-practices-building-enterprise-applications-that-leverage-genai) - [Empowering Retail Through Applied Machine Learning](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/976-empowering-retail-through-applied-machine-learning) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) ## Related Articles - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Fullstack Developer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/251-fullstack-developer-salary-uk) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline)