Lead Python Engineer

We are looking for a Lead Python Engineer to become an integral part of our innovative team. In this position, you will help advance our cloud-based platforms and play a pivotal role in shaping our technical direction. You’ll collaborate with talented colleagues and have a direct impact on the evolution of our technology stack. Responsibilities Contribute to a requirements-driven development process, ensuring team alignment and shared understanding Create AI-driven solutions that enhance system design, deployment, and issue resolution Research and propose new technologies and tools for potential use in large-scale AI projects Build, support, and optimize AWS Lambda functions and API Gateway integrations using Python and boto3 Oversee the transition of CI/CD workflows from older pipelines to GitHub Actions Administer infrastructure as code with Terraform and assist with Serverless framework operations Lead efforts to update, refactor, and retire legacy services, including tasks like OAuth upgrades, enabling WAF block mode, and addressing security vulnerabilities Set up and fine-tune AWS WAF configurations, resolving findings from SAST and SCA security assessments Connect internal and third-party platforms via REST APIs, including managing OAuth credentials for systems such as ServiceNow Streamline operational processes and support agent-based platform initiatives using tools like n8n, LangChain, or similar orchestration technologies Partner with the SRE Consultant to close telemetry gaps and automate Lambda data collection Requirements At least 5 years of hands-on Python programming experience, with a focus on AWS Lambda and API Gateway in live environments Minimum of one year leading and coordinating development teams Advanced knowledge of boto3, with practical use of IAM, Secrets Manager, SSM, Lambda, API Gateway, CloudWatch, and WAF Strong experience with Terraform for managing infrastructure as code, including writing, updating, and reviewing modules Background in supporting and migrating legacy environments using the Serverless Framework In-depth understanding of AWS WAF setup, block-mode activation, and incident management Experience with security tools like SAST and SCA, and working within compliance frameworks Proven ability to handle brownfield projects, including migrations, decommissions, and system overhauls English communication skills at B2+ level or above, both written and verbal Nice to have Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions, particularly during migration from cicd-functions Background in integrating ServiceNow for process automation or system connectivity Knowledge of Snowflake for managing data warehousing and analytics solutions