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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Python Developer - **Company:** Everforth Apex - **Location:** Jersey City, NJ, United States - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Active Directory, Agile Methodology, Application Lifecycle Management, Software Applications, JIRA, Automation of Tests, Computer Programming, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Django Web Framework, Perl (Programming Language), Jinja (Template Engine), Python (Programming Language), Lightweight Directory Access Protocols (LDAP), OAuth, Object-Oriented Software Development, Software Architecture, Systems Development Life Cycle, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ansible, Shell Script, Software Engineering, SQLAlchemy, Workflow Management Systems, Enterprise Data Management, Data Logging, Network Routers, Scripting, Computer Networking Systems, Load Balancing, F5 GTM, Flask (Web Framework), Firewalls (Computer Science), Git, Information Technology, Atlassian Tools, Api Design, Open Network Automation Platform, Splunk, Cisco, Jenkins - **Published:** September 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/f17ebf2b-fce5-49fa-acff-6b484c956ca9 ## About the Role Education: A bachelor's or master's degree in computer science or a related field. Experience: More than 12 years of relevant experience as part of a software development team focusing on network automation. Technical Skills: * Strong software development skills in Python, with an understanding of SDLC and agile methodologies. * Programming experience with Python and frameworks such as Django, Flask, Jinja, or SQLAlchemy. * Experience with Git, Jira, Jenkins, and Continuous Build systems with automated testing. * Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code and Object-Oriented Analysis and Design (OOA & OOD). * Familiarity with OS Platforms such as Cisco and RHEL. * Automation experience with configuration via Ansible. Preferred Qualifications * Experience with workflow tools or frameworks like Pronghorn. * Knowledge of Network Systems including Routers, Switches, Firewalls, Load Balancers, F5 GTM/LTM, IPAM, DDI, Avi, and SDN. * Experience using Agile Tools such as Jira and Confluence. * Experience with Agile processes and ceremonies as a product owner. * Background in software architecture, including API design. * Scripting abilities in Perl or Shell Scripting. * Familiarity with application management, including auto build/test/deployment, security integration (Active Directory, LDAP, OAuth), and logging (Splunk, ELK). ## Description We are seeking a Python developer with extensive professional experience in network automation. The ideal candidate will work with Architecture and Engineering teams to develop software systems that manage networking constructs such as firewalls, load balancers, SDN, routers, and switches. This role involves understanding complex interconnectivity and serving as a proficient technical resource in Network Automation., * Collaborate with Engineering and Production Services to define strategies for network automation. * Develop and maintain a catalog of automation services for instrumentation and operational needs. * Provide next-level escalation support for production triage efforts. * Manage a continuous improvement/continuous development (CI/CD) pipeline for network development and testing. * Make complex modifications to existing software applications and modules. * Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members. * Establish and maintain a repository of reference architectures and best practices. * Apply technical knowledge to create a modernization data roadmap. * Collaborate with other Architects in developing complex end-to-end Enterprise data solutions. * Determine security requirements by evaluating business strategies. ## Related Videos - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [Enterprise Python: Software That Lives Long And Prosper](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/946-enterprise-python-software-that-lives-long-and-prosper) - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [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) - [Computer Vision from the Edge to the Cloud done easy](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/263-computer-vision-from-the-edge-to-the-cloud-done-easy) - [Collaboration Quantified: Lessons from Open Source Developer Networks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1422-collaboration-quantified-lessons-from-open-source-developer-networks) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [The 13 Best Python Libraries for Developers in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/371-the-13-best-python-libraries-for-developers-in-2025) - [The 7 Most Popular Backend Frameworks for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/403-the-7-most-popular-backend-frameworks-for-developers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline)