Security Database Engineer/Python Engineer

Security Database Engineer/Python Engineer Chandler, Plano, Jersey City 18 Month W2 Contract- Hybrid 3 days onsite 2 days remote $80/hour Senior Python Developer – Database Automation & Cloud SecurityJob SummaryWe are seeking a Senior Python Developer with 7–8+ years of hands-on Python development experience and a strong background in Linux, shell scripting, database technologies, cloud architecture, automation, security, and audit logging. The ideal candidate will have experience working across both on-premises and cloud environments, with a strong understanding of database activity monitoring, entitlements, security controls, and audit requirements. This role requires a technically strong individual who can work across development, database, cloud, and security teams while effectively communicating with both technical and business stakeholders. Key Responsibilities - Design, develop, and maintain solutions using Python for automation, monitoring, data processing, and security-related initiatives. - Develop and maintain shell scripts and automation solutions in Linux/Unix environments. - Work with on-premises database technologies, including: - Oracle - SQL Server / MSSQL - PostgreSQL - Support database automation and develop solutions for database monitoring, administration, and operational processes. - Work with AWS and Azure cloud architectures, including cloud-based logging, event management, and monitoring. - Develop and support solutions involving event logging, activity monitoring, and audit logging across cloud and on-premises environments. - Understand how applications, databases, and cloud technologies integrate with security frameworks and controls. - Analyze and identify user entitlements, permissions, roles, and access levels across various database technologies. - Support security and compliance initiatives by providing visibility into database activity, access, and audit trails. - Collaborate with security, infrastructure, database, cloud, and application development teams to implement automation and monitoring solutions. - Troubleshoot technical issues and help improve the reliability, security, and efficiency of existing processes. - Participate throughout the project lifecycle, from requirements and design through development, testing, implementation, and production support. - Communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Required Qualifications - 7–8+ years of professional Python development experience. - Strong hands-on experience with Python scripting and automation. - Strong experience with Linux/Unix and shell scripting. - Hands-on experience with database technologies and database automation. - Experience with one or more of the following: - Oracle - SQL Server - MSSQL - PostgreSQL - Experience with AWS and/or Azure cloud architecture. - Understanding of cloud event logging, application logging, and activity monitoring. - Understanding of security controls, database access, entitlements, and permissions. - Knowledge of audit logging and database activity monitoring. - Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. - Ability to work effectively across multiple technical teams and maintain strong project relationships. Preferred Qualifications - Experience integrating Python automation with database and cloud platforms. - Experience with security, compliance, audit, or access-management initiatives. - Familiarity with cloud-native monitoring and logging services. - Experience working in large enterprise environments. - Demonstrated strong project tenure and ability to own projects through completion. - Experience collaborating with security, database, infrastructure, and cloud engineering teams. Key SkillsPython | Linux | Shell Scripting | Automation | Oracle | SQL Server | MSSQL | PostgreSQL | AWS | Azure | Cloud Architecture | Event Logging | Activity Monitoring | Audit Logging | Database Security | Entitlements | Access Management | Database Monitoring