Python Engineer

About The Role

This position requires the successful candidate to work on a W2 directly with FDM. We cannot accept C2C, 1099 or employment sponsorship (e.g. H1-B) for this position. FDM is a global business and technology consultancy delivering client and industry driven solutions through our 5 core specialist Practices; Software Engineering, Data & Analytics, IT Operations, Change & Transformation, and Risk, Regulation & Compliance.

FDM is seeking a python engineer located in Jersey CITY to support a project in the financial sector. Involvement in this project is anticipated to last initially 24 months but may be extended. This role will be hybrid with requirements to be in office 3 days per week.

About You

Jersey City, NJ Schedule: Hybrid (3 days per week in office) Employment Type: Contract Overview We are seeking a Python Engineer to join a growing engineering team focused on developing and enhancing enterprise-scale applications. The ideal candidate will have strong backend development experience, exposure to full-stack technologies, and a passion for building scalable, high-performance solutions.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, test, and maintain applications using Python. Build and support full-stack applications leveraging modern web technologies. Develop and optimize integrations with SQL databases and large-scale data platforms. Collaborate with team leads, developers, and business stakeholders to deliver new features and enhancements.

Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following object-oriented programming principles. Participate in code reviews, testing, and troubleshooting activities. Contribute to application performance, scalability, and reliability initiatives.

Required Skills

5 years' experience in strong Python development experience. Experience with Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) concepts. Hands-on experience with SQL databases. Front-end development experience with Angular. Experience developing applications using Node.js. Familiarity with Hadoop ecosystems and large-scale data processing. Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.

About Us

About FDM FDM powers the people behind tech and innovation. We spot trends, find top talent, and help businesses stay ahead. With 35+ years of experience, we coach, mentor, and launch fresh thinkers from diverse backgrounds into world-class careers. Partnering with top global companies, we deliver the right talent at the right time—while guiding our people toward exponential growth.

🌍 Global impact – 18 centers across North America, APAC, the UK, and Europe 🚀 25,000+ careers launched – and counting 🤝 300+ trusted client partners Committed to Equal Opportunities Tech careers should be for everyone . With 75+ nationalities represented, FDM thrives on diversity, fuels innovation through unique perspectives, and celebrates success together.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer and FTSE4Good-listed company, we ensure every qualified applicant gets a fair shot—no barriers, just opportunities. Additional Considerations FDM Group, Inc. is registered to operate and hire employees in select states within the US. We will consider employment applications exclusively from candidates who are either residing in one of the following states or willing to relocate to them: Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Minnesota, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, and Virginia.