Python Development Lead Specialist Engineer

Job Title: Python Development Lead Specialist Engineer Location: Boise, ID Experience: 12+ Years Employment Type: Contract Interview Type: In-Person or Webcam Job Description We are seeking a highly experienced Python Development Lead Specialist Engineer to join our engineering team in Boise, ID. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in building large-scale enterprise applications, leading development teams, and driving best practices in software engineering. The role involves architecting, developing, and optimizing Python-based solutions while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software products. Key Responsibilities Lead end-to-end design, development, and deployment of Python-based applications and solutions. Provide technical leadership to development teams, mentor junior engineers, and enforce coding standards. Architect scalable, high-performance backend services and RESTful APIs. Analyze complex business requirements and translate them into technical specifications and solution designs. Optimize application performance, scalability, security, and reliability. Collaborate with DevOps, QA, and product teams to ensure continuous integration and delivery. Conduct design reviews, code reviews, and ensure adherence to best practices. Manage and troubleshoot production issues, ensuring system stability. Support strategic technology planning and contribute ideas for improving architecture and processes. Work closely with stakeholders to align development efforts with business goals. Required Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field. 12+ years of hands-on software development experience, with a strong focus on Python. Proven experience leading engineering teams or technical initiatives. Expertise in Python frameworks such as Django, Flask, or FastAPI. Strong experience in building microservices, REST APIs, and distributed systems. Solid understanding of relational and NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis, etc. Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines, containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes), and DevOps practices. Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in fast-paced environments. Strong understanding of system architecture, design patterns, and software engineering best practices. Preferred Skills Experience working with event-driven architectures, streaming platforms, or message queues (Kafka, RabbitMQ Knowledge of big data frameworks or analytical platforms. Experience with automated testing frameworks and performance tuning. Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development methodologies. Experience integrating AI/ML models into production systems. Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to work across functional groups.