Lead Python Software Engineer

Gables Search Group

Columbus, OH

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$125,000–$160,000
LOCATION
Columbus, OH
POSTED
11 days ago

We’re recruiting on behalf of a well-known nonprofit organization with a strong reputation, excellent employee retention, and exceptional benefits and retirement offerings. This is a hybrid opportunity based in the Columbus, Ohio metro area, with a 3-day onsite hybrid schedule, and H1B sponsorship is available.

Our client is investing in a flagship SaaS platform and is seeking a senior-level engineer to tackle complex, large-scale technical challenges. This is a hands-on role where the Lead title reflects technical depth, not people management responsibility. The team is open to hiring at the Lead or Principal level depending on experience.

What you’ll do:

  • Design and build scalable backend systems supporting a high-traffic platform
  • Contribute to architecture decisions across APIs, search, and data systems
  • Optimize performance, scalability, and reliability of core services
  • Participate in code reviews and uphold engineering best practices
  • Provide technical mentorship and guidance across the team

What they’re looking for:

  • Strong current experience with Python
  • Deep expertise with Django, PostgreSQL, and API design
  • Experience building and optimizing high-scale applications
  • Background in cloud platforms, distributed systems, and microservices
  • Prior Java experience is a strong plus
  • Open to candidates with strong recent Python experience and earlier Java background
  • Ability to operate at a Lead or Principal technical level
  • Stable work history; not a fit for frequent job changes
  • Formal technical training or equivalent hands-on experience

Additional details:

  • Salary up to $160K depending on experience
  • Must live in the Columbus, OH metro area
  • No relocation assistance provided
  • Candidates considering a move to Columbus must have a genuine personal reason for relocating, such as family or long-term ties, and should be planning a full household move

This is a strong opportunity to join a mission-driven organization where engineers work on meaningful, large-scale problems in a stable, collaborative environment.

About the Company

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Gables Search Group

Gables Search Group headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio has been a leader in search and placement nationwide since 2002.  Our company specializes in both direct and contract (temporary) staffing in all industries and disciplines.

At Gables Search Group, we connect exceptional professionals with outstanding organizations.  Our commitment to integrity, excellence, partnership, innovation, and respect sets us apart. With a personalized approach to recruitment, we ensure the perfect match between candidates and employers.

Whether you are a talented professional seeking new opportunities or an organization looking to build a high-performing team, Gables Search Group is here to guide you through the journey. Our success is built on the success of our clients and candidates, and we are dedicated to making a positive impact on the careers and businesses we serve.

COMPANY SIZE
50 to 99 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2002
WEBSITE
https://www.gablessearch.com/