Senior Python/Azure

Senior Python/Azure/AI Developer/FIS/LG Enterprise

Hybrid/Midtown NYC -

1 Year+ -

NoOPT,H1B

UPDATE: THE MANAGER WOULD LIKE TO SEE MORE SENIOR CANDIDATES. THE RATE IS GOOD AND WE SHOULD FIND 15+ YEAR CANDIDATES. Next day turn around on candidates to interview.

Requirement Notes (Candidate Job description below) : A very senior (12-15+ years) Python Developer with good experience working with Azure and who has some exposure to AI. Candidates will Design and build backend services, APIs, and automation tools using Python on Azure (App Service, Storage, Azure SQL, Azure AI Foundry) and Lead technical planning, solution design, and code quality practices (reviews, testing, CI/CD with Azure DevOps). Manage multiple AI-aligned software projects, ensuring timelines, scope, and quality. CANDIDATES MUST COME OUT OF FINANCIAL COMPANIES, MEGA BANKS (COMMERCIAL BANKS WON'T WORK) CAPITAL MARKETS OR VERY LARGE, WELL- KNOWN FORTUNE 300 CORPORATIONS LIKE J&J OR AMAZON. CANDIDATES MUST HAVE EXCELLENT (9/10) COMMUNICATION SKILLS WITH NO ACCENT. PLEASE DOUBLE SCREEN FOR COMMUNICATION SKILLS. - NO RELOCATION - Rate is flexible so please send candidates if they are a little over target.

*** All submittals must Include:

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Link to the candidates LinkedIn account.

Below submittal Format

*** Experience required on a resume and for submittal:

1. How many years working with: Python backend development/ Lead Experience is a plus

2. How many years working with: Azure platform experience

3. How many years working with: AI exposure

4. How many years working with: Financial services or Fortune 300 companies.

5. How many years working with:

*** Please provide all the below information in the required format for Client submittal along with State ID or Driver's License. All the requested details must be supplied for client submittal.

Full Name:

Candidates Rate:

Candidates current (Now) Location:

Availability to Interview: One Day's notice

Availability to Start:

Email Address:

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Job Description:

Lead a team delivering AI related software projects while staying 50% -hands on- with architecture, planning, and Python development. This role combines technical leadership with project and people management. GenAI experience is a bonus, not a requirement.

Responsibilities

Design and build backend services, APIs, and automation tools using Python on Azure (App Service, Storage, Azure SQL, Azure AI Foundry).

Lead technical planning, solution design, and code quality practices (reviews, testing, CI/CD with Azure DevOps).

Manage multiple AI-aligned software projects, ensuring timelines, scope, and quality.

Mentor developers and guide technical decisions.

Collaborate with stakeholders and run Agile/Scrum processes.

Track delivery using Azure Board.

Requirements

Strong hands-on Python engineering background.

Solid experience with Azure Cloud services and cloud-native development.

Proven ability to lead developers and deliver complex projects.

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Familiarity with Agile/Scrum and DevOps practices.

Nice to Have

Exposure to GenAI tools (Azure OpenAI, LLM integrations).

Azure or Agile certifications.