Senior Python Software Engineer - (Data&Connectors)

About the Position

DataRobot R&D is a hard-working, fast-moving, fun-loving team of developers who put products before pride. DataRobot delivers AI that maximizes impact and minimizes business risk. Our platform and applications integrate into core business processes so teams can develop, deliver, and govern AI at scale. DataRobot empowers practitioners to deliver predictive and generative AI, and enables leaders to secure their AI assets. Organizations worldwide rely on DataRobot for AI that makes sense for their business - today and in the future.

DataRobot is looking for a Senior Python Software Engineer to expand our Data&Connectors engineering team, with the main focus on development of backend of our GenAI platform and Agentic applications.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and support features of DataRobot with the main focus on expanding unstructured data connectivity and data processing capabilities of DataRobot GenAI platform and Agentic applications.
• Own and drive key projects and milestones while fostering a culture of abundant communication.
• Write and maintain automated tests.
• Communicate clearly and proactively with product and technical stakeholders to clarify requirements.
• Seek, give, and receive critical feedback in a constructive manner, including but not limited to code reviews.
• Work collaboratively with peers and take initiative in solving problems and unblocking others.
• Take ownership of the components we develop and deliver work that you can be proud of.
• Engage in engineering on-call escalated support of services owned by the Data&Connectors team.
• Competencies should be at a level where a manager can have high confidence in the engineer’s ability to deliver tasks on time.

Requirements

• Proven experience writing high-quality code in a collaborative, cloud-native environment preferably using Python.
• Experience working with cloud platforms: designing, deploying, and maintaining cloud-based solutions.
• Strong software engineering fundamentals in algorithms and data structures. Distributed systems fundamentals and principles related to scalability, performance, and reliability.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Personal drive and a proactive approach to getting things done.
• Effective communication behavior: can connect with both technical and non-technical audiences effectively in English.

Nice to Have

• JVM experience.
• Experience with Kubernetes, Docker, Helm.
• Real-world experience decoupling monolithic software into smaller reusable components.
• Experience with CI/CD, preferably Harness.
• Understanding of OAuth/JWT/Kerberos/LDAP/SAML.
• CKAD (Certified Kubernetes Application Developer) certification.
• Keen interest in working in a fast-paced, flexible startup environment with a geographically distributed team.

We Offer

• Competitive pay and benefits with employees’ well-being at the core.
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance.
• Flexible Time Off Program.
• Paid Holidays.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Global Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• And more!

About the Company

DataRobot is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. DataRobot is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and mental disabilities.

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Our Hiring Process

DataRobot uses approved AI-powered tools to support the hiring process in selected regions. These tools may assist in writing job descriptions, reviewing applications, assessing qualifications, and evaluating candidate materials. All decisions regarding applications are made by members of the DataRobot team.

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