Python & SQL DeveloperLocation: Newark, NJ or Tampa, FL (No Remote - 3 days in office)Duration: 6 monthsAct as a senior backend developer specializing in Python and SQLDesign scalable and high-performance data-driven applicationsCollaborate with business and technical teams to define solutionsContribute to architecture and database design decisionsEnsure data availability and integrity across systemsSupport analytics and reporting data needsPromote best practices in coding and database developmentProvide technical leadership in data processing and automationParticipate in technical discussions and solution reviewsEnsure alignment with business and technical requirementsDrive improvements in development processes and standardsMentor junior team members and support team growthDevelop and maintain Python-based backend applications and scriptsWrite, optimize, and maintain SQL queries, views, and stored proceduresDesign and implement efficient data access layersCreate and manage relational database schemasPerform query optimization, indexing, and execution plan analysisMonitor and troubleshoot application and database performance issuesBuild automation workflows for batch and scheduled processingSupport ETL and data ingestion processesPerform data validation and reconciliationCollaborate with stakeholders to gather and refine requirementsConduct code reviews and ensure adherence to best practicesMaintain technical documentation for applications and workflowsStrong proficiency in Python programmingStrong SQL expertise including joins, subqueries, and window functionsExperience with relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Oracle)Knowledge of database design and normalizationExperience in performance tuning and query optimizationUnderstanding of ETL concepts and data pipelinesExperience with Git version controlStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to work with large and complex datasetsBackend application development expertiseFamiliarity with Agile methodologiesStrong communication and collaboration skillsPythonSQLMySQL / PostgreSQL / SQL Server / OracleBackend DevelopmentData Processing and AutomationETL and Data PipelinesDatabase DesignQuery OptimizationGitFlask / Django (preferred)Data Validation and ReconciliationAgile / DevOps10 years or above