Python Developer (JC, Plano, CLT)

Location: Jersey City, United States | Sector: Banking Job Title: Python Developer Duration: 12+ Months Location: Plano, TX/Charlotte, NC Role Availability: Due to client requirements, this role is only open to USC or GC candidates. Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Senior Python Developer on a contract basis to support our banking technology and Generative AI initiatives. This role involves building secure, scalable applications and advanced AI-driven solutions for critical document processing, risk analytics, and compliance reporting. Key Responsibilities Develop object‑oriented applications using Python with expert‑level software engineering practices. Work with vector databases for embedding storage and retrieval optimization. Design and implement GenAI lifecycle management and RAG pipelines (chunking, embedding, retrieval, re‑ranking, summarization) for banking use cases. Evaluate and test embedding models and frameworks for performance, latency, memory and cost optimization. Apply prompt engineering, hallucination mitigation, and grounding techniques for AI solutions. Build API‑driven applications using FastAPI, API Gateway, and integrate with MongoDB, Redis, and front‑end frameworks (Angular/React). Develop utilities, automation frameworks, and data pipelines to support AI/ML and GenAI initiatives. Create monitoring dashboards and automation scripts for system health and performance. Collaborate with DevOps teams using enterprise tools (Git/Bitbucket, Jenkins, SonarQube, Artifactory, Ansible). Work with large cross‑functional teams to deliver secure, compliant, and scalable solutions. Explore agentic architectures for orchestration and multi‑step reasoning in AI workflows. Required Skills & Experience Primary skill: Python Secondary skills: Vector DB, Django, Flask, FastAPI, KAFKA, containerization (OpenShift, Docker, etc.) 5+ years of experience in object‑oriented programming using Python with strong software development skills. Deep experience in GenAI lifecycle management and RAG pipelines. Expertise in prompt engineering and AI safety techniques. Hands‑on experience with MongoDB, Redis, FastAPI, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and API integrations. Strong knowledge of model testing and evaluation frameworks for performance and reliability. Solid understanding of DevOps practices and enterprise tooling. Understanding of Kafka queue integration and configurations. Ability to deploy Python code to containers using OpenShift and Docker, etc. Ability to work effectively with large cross‑functional teams in a regulated environment. Preferred (Desired) Skills Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and serverless architectures. Knowledge of agentic architectures and orchestration frameworks. Exposure to AI/ML use cases in regulatory relations or risk analytics Equal Employment Opportunity Matlen Silver is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, the presence of a non‑job‑related medical condition or disability, or any other legally protected status. If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application or at any point in the hiring process, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io. Benefits Health, vision, and dental insurance (single and family coverage) 401(k) plan (employee contributions only) #J-18808-Ljbffr