Technology Specialist - IT Service, Support and Operations | OpenSystem | Python - OpenSystem

Company Description: IMCS Group is one of the fastest growing MWBE (Minority Woman Owned Enterprise) staffing firms in the U.S. We focus on bringing a Diversity Recruitment approach to Fortune 500 companies within North America and EMEA region contingent labor programs.  IMCS Group excels in providing top talent in IT, Healthcare, Engineering, Finance, Light Industrial, Contact Center, and Clerical.  We have offices in the US, Canada, Mexico, and India in which we can provide support to our clients.Description: Job Title: Technology Specialist - IT Service, Support and Operations | OpenSystem | Python - OpenSystemWork Location & Reporting Address: Atlanta, GA 30303 (hybrid 2-3 days onsite)Vendor Rate: ***Contract duration: 12 monthsTarget Start Date: ImmediateDoes this position require Visa independent candidates only? YesInterview Process (Is face to face required?) Video interview is fine.Job Details:Minimum years of experience required: 5-8 yearsCertification needed: NoDetailed Job Description:Role OverviewWe are looking for a highly skilled Lead Developer with strong AWS and Python expertise to drive the design, development, and delivery of scalable cloud-based applications. Based in Atlanta, GA, this role will combine deep technical hands-on work with leadership responsibilities, guiding a team of developers while partnering with business stakeholders to deliver high-impact solutions.Key ResponsibilitiesTechnical Leadership"Lead architecture, design, and development of applications using Python and AWS services"Establish and enforce coding standards, development best practices, and design patterns"Conduct code reviews and ensure high-quality, maintainable code"Drive technical decisions and provide strategic direction for engineering initiativesAWS Cloud Development"Design and implement scalable, secure, and cost-effective solutions on AWS"Work with AWS services such as:oLambda, ECS, EKSoAPI GatewayoS3, DynamoDB, RDS, AuroraoCloudFormation / Terraform (IaC)"Optimize cloud infrastructure for performance, reliability, and costSoftware Development"Develop robust backend systems using Python (FastAPI, Flask, Django)"Build and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices architectures"Lead the full software development lifecycle (SDLC)DevOps & Automation"Design and maintain CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, Jenkins, AWS CodePipeline)"Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting (CloudWatch, Prometheus, Grafana)"Collaborate closely with DevOps and infrastructure teamsTeam Leadership"Mentor and coach a team of developers in Atlanta and remote locations"Assist with hiring, onboarding, and performance management"Foster a collaborative, high-performance team environmentStakeholder Engagement"Work with product managers, architects, and business teams to define requirements"Translate business needs into scalable technical solutions"Provide status updates, risk assessments, and technical insights to leadershipRequired Qualifications:"Bachelor s degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience)"8+ years of software development experience, including 2+ years in a lead role"Strong hands-on expertise in Python"Extensive experience with AWS cloud platform"Proven experience designing microservices and distributed systems"Strong understanding of REST APIs, system design, and scalable architectures"Experience with Docker and Kubernetes (EKS preferred)Preferred Qualifications:"AWS Certifications (Solutions Architect, Developer Associate, or Professional)"Experience in industries common in Atlanta (FinTech, Healthcare, Logistics)"Familiarity with event-driven architectures (SNS, SQS, Kafka)"Knowledge of security and compliance best practices"Agile/Scrum experienceKey Skills:"Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities"Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills"Strategic thinking with hands-on problem-solving ability"Ability to balance delivery timelines with technical excellenceCustom Fields: Name: Intake Call RequestedValue: trueName: Intake Call CompletedValue: trueEEOC Disclaimer: IMCS Group is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law. IMCS Group is committed to maintaining an inclusive workforce, where employees are hired, retained, compensated, and promoted based on their contributions to our Company.