Job Description & Details
The demand for senior Python full‑stack engineers is soaring as companies race to modernize legacy systems and launch cloud‑native products. Mastery of both back‑end (Django/FastAPI) and front‑end (React/Angular) frameworks, plus cloud expertise, makes this role a strategic asset for any digital transformation team. This long‑term contract in Houston offers a chance to work on high‑impact microservice architectures while enjoying the stability of a W2 arrangement.
Job Summary
We are seeking a seasoned Senior Python Full Stack Developer to design, develop, and maintain scalable web applications. The role involves building RESTful APIs, creating responsive UI components, and deploying services on AWS, Azure, or GCP. You will collaborate with Agile/Scrum teams, mentor junior engineers, and ensure high‑quality code through best practices and automated testing.
Top 3 Critical Skills Table
| Skill | Why it's critical | Mastery Level |
|---|---|---|
| Python (Django/FastAPI) | Powers the core business logic and API layer; performance and security are non‑negotiable. | Senior |
| React / Angular | Delivers the user‑facing experience; must integrate seamlessly with back‑end services. | Senior |
| Cloud Platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP) | Enables scalable deployment, CI/CD pipelines, and cost‑effective infrastructure. | Senior |
Interview Preparation
- Explain how you would design a microservice architecture for a high‑traffic e‑commerce platform.
What the interviewer is looking for: Understanding of service decomposition, data consistency, API gateways, and cloud‑native patterns. - Walk me through the differences between Django and FastAPI and when you would choose each.
What the interviewer is looking for: Knowledge of synchronous vs. asynchronous frameworks, performance trade‑offs, and ecosystem support. - How do you implement authentication and authorization in a React front‑end that consumes a FastAPI back‑end?
What the interviewer is looking for: Experience with JWT/OAuth, token storage, and secure API calls. - Describe your CI/CD workflow on AWS (or Azure/GCP) for deploying a full‑stack application.
What the interviewer is looking for: Familiarity with IaC tools (CloudFormation, Terraform), containerization, and automated testing. - Give an example of a challenging Agile/Scrum situation you faced and how you resolved it.
What the interviewer is looking for: Ability to collaborate, adapt sprint planning, and maintain velocity under pressure.
Resume Optimization
- Python
- Django
- FastAPI
- React
- Angular
- Microservices
- RESTful APIs
- AWS
- Azure
- GCP
- Agile
- Scrum
- Full Stack Development
- W2 contract
- Houston
Application Strategy
When emailing the recruiter, start with a polite greeting and attach your updated resume. Clearly highlight your top skills—such as Python, React/Angular, and cloud deployment—and reference specific projects where you built microservices or led full‑stack initiatives. Mention that you have 13+ years of relevant experience and are excited about the long‑term contract opportunity.
Career Roadmap
| Current Role | Typical Experience | Core Focus | Next Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Python Full Stack Developer | 13+ years | End‑to‑end product delivery, architecture, mentorship | Lead Full Stack Engineer |
| Lead Full Stack Engineer | 3‑5 years in lead role | Technical strategy, cross‑team coordination | Engineering Manager |
| Engineering Manager | 5+ years managing teams | People leadership, project portfolio, stakeholder alignment | Director of Engineering |
| Director of Engineering | 8+ years in leadership | Organizational vision, technology roadmap, budgeting | VP of Engineering |