Application Systems Python Developer
DataStaff, Inc. is in immediate need of an Application Systems Python Developer for a long-term contract opportunity with one of our direct clients located in Raleigh, NC
*This position is hybrid.
Job Description:
Our client is seeking a skilled Application Systems Python Developer to design, develop, and support data pipelines, dashboards, integrations, and migration processes across enterprise systems. This role plays a key part in moving data between legacy and modern platforms, ensuring data quality, and enabling analytics and automation through Python and Power BI.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain data migration scripts, ETL pipelines, and automation workflows using Python
- Design, build, and optimize data models for reporting and analytics
- Create interactive dashboards, reports, and analytics solutions using Power BI
- Perform data extraction, transformation, validation, and loading between databases, APIs, and enterprise systems
- Optimize data processes for speed, reliability, and scalability
- Work with SQL queries, stored procedures, and database objects to support migration and reporting
- Integrate data from multiple sources, including cloud apps, on premises systems, and flat files
- Collaborate with business teams to define reporting needs and translate them into technical solutions
- Analyze data quality issues, reconcile datasets, and implement best practices for data integrity
- Implement automation for recurring data tasks and reporting workflows
- Maintain documentation for data processes, source mappings, and migration steps
- Participate in architecture, design, and planning sessions for data modernization projects
- Must have strong troubleshooting ability and attention to detail
Required Skills:
- 7 Years - Strong hands-on experience with Python
- 5 Years - Proficiency with Power BI
- 7 Years - Strong SQL skills and experience working with relational databases (SQL Server, PostgreSQL, Oracle, MySQL, Ingres)
- 7 Years - Senior level experience writing optimized SQL queries and analyzing existing SQL queries for performance improvements
- 5 Years - Solid understanding of SOAP/REST APIs, backend architecture, and microservices
- 7 Years - Experience designing and executing data migration or data conversion projects
- 7 Years - Understanding of data governance, security, and compliance requirements
Desired Skills:
- 5 Years - Familiarity with legacy system migration projects
- 5 Years - Experience with large-scale migration or modernization initiatives
- 5 Years - Experience with Java development
- 3 Years - Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
- 3 Years - Knowledge of Power BI administration, workspaces, gateways, and deployment strategies
- 3 Years - Experience with version control (Git/Subversion) and CI/CD pipelines
- 3 Years - Experience with Perl for scripting, system utilities, or legacy app maintenance
This position is available as a corp-to-corp or W2 position with a competitive benefits package. DataStaff offers medical, dental, and vision coverage options as well as paid vacation, sick, and holiday leave. As many of our opportunities are long-term, we also have a 401k program available for employees after 6 months.