Python Engineer

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Python Engineer for a right to hire assignment with one of our premier financial services clients in Mississauga, ON.

Responsibilities :

• Responsible for building and supporting modern software solutions leveraging Python, microservices, APIs, event-driven architectures, and emerging AI technologies.
• Contribute to the development of Agentic AI solutions, MCP integrations, and distributed application platforms.
• Work closely with senior engineers, architects, and business partners to deliver scalable and secure applications while adhering to established engineering and governance standards.
• Design, develop, test, and support Python-based applications and services.
• Build and maintain REST APIs, microservices, and event-driven integrations.
• Contribute to development of Agentic AI workflows and MCP-enabled application components.
• Implement integrations between AI models, enterprise systems, and business applications.
• Develop reusable services and components following enterprise engineering standards.
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including design, coding, testing, deployment, and support.
• Implement monitoring, logging, and operational controls to ensure service reliability.
• Contribute to automation, CI/CD pipelines, and testing frameworks.
• Work with messaging and event-streaming technologies to support asynchronous processing.
• Collaborate with business and technology teams to analyze requirements and develop technical solutions.
• Support issue resolution, performance tuning, and application enhancements.
• Document technical designs, implementation details, and operational procedures.
• Follow established security, governance, and risk management standards.
  
  

Required Skills:

• Bachelor's degree/University degree or equivalent experience in a STEM-related field.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related STEM field.
• 2–5 years of experience developing applications using Python.
• Experience with RESTful APIs and microservices development.
• Familiarity with event-driven architecture and messaging platforms.
• Experience with FastAPI, Flask, or similar Python frameworks.
• Knowledge of SQL and database technologies.
• Familiarity with source control, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing.
• Experience working in Linux environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
  
  

Preferred Skills:

• Advanced degree preferred.
• Exposure to Agentic AI frameworks, MCP, LLMs, and GenAI solutions.
• Familiarity with Kafka, MQ, or event-streaming platforms.
• Experience with cloud platforms and container technologies.
• Banking, risk management, or financial services experience.
• Understanding of distributed systems, observability, and platform monitoring.
  
  

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at https://sgainc.com/ .

SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company EEO page to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy