Senior Software Engineer

Responsibilities

Kforce has a client in New York, NY that is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their team.Summary:We are seeking a highly skilled Python contractor to support development, debugging, and issue resolution efforts. This is a hands-on role focused on quickly understanding existing systems, fixing defects, and delivering reliable code improvements.Key Responsibilities:

• Write, modify, and maintain Python code for existing applications
• Debug and resolve defects in production and non-production environments
• Quickly analyze issues, identify root causes, and implement fixes is a must
• Support API development and troubleshooting (REST services)
• Work on enhancements, bug fixes, and small feature implementations
• Collaborate with team members to understand requirements and issues
• Review logs, debug failures, and improve system stability
• Work with databases to troubleshoot data-related issues

Skills

• Strong hands-on experience with Python development (3-7 years)
• Proven experience in debugging and troubleshooting production issues
• Experience with web frameworks (Flask, FastAPI, or Django)
• Strong understanding of APIs and backend services
• Experience with SQL/NoSQL databases
• Familiarity with Linux/Unix environments
• Good understanding of Git and version control
• Ability to quickly ramp up on existing codebases

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.


We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.


Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.


This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.


Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.


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