Come join us and grow your career with CTG! CTG has worked with this international, Fortune 500 end-client for over 15 years! Apply with CTG for this exciting opportunity! CTG's premier client has a contract assignment for a Python Programmer. Job Title: Python Programmer Type: Contract Location:  Remote, worker can be located anywhere in US, but must work EST hours Pay Rate: Work Hours: M-F 8am-5pm, 40 hours per week, with occasional off-hour support as needed Education: Bachelor's degree preferred, but not required Travel Requirements: Up to 5% may be required Description: As a Python Programmer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining Python-based applications and scripts. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will contribute to high-quality software solutions, ensuring they meet client requirements. This role offers both back-end and front-end development responsibilities, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance. Key Responsibilities: Support existing proprietary Python applications, scripts, and tools. Develop and maintain Python applications, scripts, and tools. Write clean, efficient, and reusable code following best practices. Collaborate with software engineers and other stakeholders to define project requirements. Design and implement scalable software solutions. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues to maintain stability and performance. Perform code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members. Stay up to date with industry trends and technologies. Document development processes and code for future reference. Requirements: Required Qualifications: 5-7 years of proven experience as a Python Programmer or in a similar role. Strong proficiency in Python and web frameworks (e.g., Django, Flask) and libraries (requests, Pandas, NumPy). Familiarity with web front-end technologies (e.g., HTML, CSS, JavaScript) is a plus. Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git). Knowledge of database systems (e.g., SQL, NoSQL). Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Strong communication and collaboration abilities. Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud). Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes). Knowledge of machine learning techniques or data analysis. Experience with CI/CD pipelines. Additional Information: No third-party resumes will be accepted. Drug testing and/or other employment-related inquiries may be conducted. CTG will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with local, state, and federal laws. All interested individuals MUST be able to work on a W2 Tax basis (no C2C or third-party vendors). CTG is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. CTG is an E-Verify Company. To be considered for this opportunity, please apply directly through our website by clicking the link below or email your Word version resume and salary expectations to Jamie.Robinson@ctg.com. The expected base salary for this position ranges from $60.00/hour to $74.00/hour. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, market factors, and where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. In addition to salary, a competitive benefit package is also offered. About CTG CTG, a Cegeka company, is at the forefront of digital transformation, providing IT and business solutions that accelerate project momentum and deliver desired value. Over nearly 60 years, we have earned a reputation as a faster and more reliable, results-driven partner. Our vision is to be an indispensable partner to our clients and the preferred career destination for digital and technology experts. CTG leverages the expertise of over 9,000 team members in 19 countries to provide innovative solutions. Together, we operate across the Americas, Europe, and India, working in close cooperation with over 3,000 clients in many of today's highest-growth industries. For more information, visit www.ctg.com. Our culture is a direct result of the people who work at CTG, the values we hold, and the actions we take. In other words, our people define our culture. It's a living, breathing thing that is renewed every day through the ways we engage with each other, our clients, and our communities. Part of our mission is to cultivate a workplace that attracts and develops the best people, reflected by our recognition as a Great Place to Work Certified™ company across many of our global operations. CTG will consider for employment all qualified applicants including those with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable local, state, and federal laws. CTG is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. CTG will assure equal opportunity and consideration to all applicants and employees in recruitment, selection, placement, training, benefits, compensation, promotion, transfer, and release of individuals without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, disability, marital or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other discriminatory factors as required by law. Our Affirmative Action program serves to promote occupational equality and diversity through good faith efforts. CTG is fully committed to promoting employment opportunities for members of protected classes.