[Remote] Lead Consulting Developer- Python, AI/ML, Distributed System, Microservices

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Oracle is a leading company that integrates data, infrastructure, applications, and expertise to drive innovations across various industries. They are seeking a Lead Consulting Developer to focus on developing and optimizing Python code for AI and machine learning initiatives, while also mentoring junior engineers and ensuring best practices in software development. This role requires obtaining Federal Security clearance and is intended for US-based citizens.ResponsibilitiesAccountable for broad software design, code quality, and architecture decisionsLead and direct design sessions and code reviews for functional correctness, architectural maintainability, and performanceQuickly comprehend and debug complex, unfamiliar codebasesAbility to multi-task and deal with changing prioritiesMentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and peersDrive adoption of engineering best practices across the teamCollaborate closely with stakeholders to ensure requirements are clearly defined and deliveredContribute to and own critical project planning, estimation, and delivery timelinesPromote a culture of innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvementEnsure security and compliance requirements are addressed in the software development lifecycleSkillsBS/MS/PhD in Computer Science or related field, with 6+ years of professional experienceExtensive hands-on software design and programming experience, including deep expertise with PythonProven experience designing and building distributed systems and large-scale architecturesStrong experience implementing microservices on leading container orchestration platforms (e.g., Kubernetes)Demonstrated ability to optimize systems for performance, efficiency, reliability, and scalabilityStrong customer focus with a track record of delivering robust and maintainable solutionsExcellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills, with experience collaborating across global teamsAdvanced troubleshooting, analytical, and performance tuning skills in Cloud environmentsHands-on Cloud development experience across major platforms (Oracle Cloud, AWS, Azure, GCP)Experience working in an Agile development environmentProven track record building and operating Generative AI, Agentic, and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) systemsExperience supporting and automating ML Ops pipelinesComfortable working directly with data scientists and research/innovation teamsFamiliarity with code generation assist technologiesBenefitsMedical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinionShort term disability and long term disabilityLife insurance and AD&DSupplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending AccountsPre-tax commuter and parking benefits401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company matchPaid time off: Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation.11 paid holidaysPaid sick leave: 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours.Paid parental leaveAdoption assistanceEmployee Stock Purchase PlanFinancial planning and group legalVoluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insuranceCompany OverviewOracle is an integrated cloud application and platform services that sells a range of enterprise information technology solutions. It was founded in 1977, and is headquartered in Austin, Texas, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.oracle.com/.