Python Developer - Automation & AI (Remote, US-Based)

Join a fast-paced, innovative team as a Python Developer specializing in Automation and AI. You’ll architect and optimize scalable infrastructure automation platforms, leveraging the latest in AI-assisted development tools. Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment, mentor junior engineers, and drive digital transformation across cloud-based services. This 12+ month contract offers flexibility, impactful projects, and the opportunity to advance your expertise in a future-focused environment., Architect, develop, and maintain robust, object-oriented Python automation services

• Collaborate with Product, SRE, and Operations teams to deliver high-quality, scalable solutions
• Design, refine, and support CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and deployment documentation
• Troubleshoot and optimize performance of automation and infrastructure tools
• Leverage AI-assisted coding, testing, and code review tools to accelerate delivery
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to best practice development
• Lead legacy Ansible macroservice migration to OpenAPI-compliant microservices
• Participate in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, standups, and retrospectives

5+ years professional Python development experience with strong OOP skills

• Proficiency with Git workflows and Bitbucket
• Experience with API design, microservices, and cloud architecture principles
• Strong Mongo query development skills
• Proven Agile team contributor
• Skilled in AI-assisted development tools (code completion, LLMs, test generation)
• Expertise in Ansible and configuration management
• Advanced debugging, testing (unit/integration), and CI/CD practices
• Excellent cross-functional communication abilities

Preferred Skills

• Infrastructure automation (IaC, automation frameworks)
• Familiarity with SAN/NAS, object, or distributed storage
• Golang tool development or maintenance
• Experience with Kafka (stream processing)
• Containerization with Docker, Kubernetes
• Hands-on with AWS, GCP, or Azure and observability tools
• Knowledge of Richardson Maturity Model and OpenAPI specification, Python Git JIRA

100% remote work with flexible scheduling

• Opportunity to lead modernization initiatives and leverage AI-driven workflows
• Collaborative, Agile work environment with growth and mentorship opportunities
• Exposure to modern cloud and automation technologies