[Remote] Staff/Senior Software Engineer (Python/PHP)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Ontrac Solutions is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Staff/Senior Software Engineer to support critical customer engagement focused on application and platform modernization. The role involves leading modernization efforts, breaking down monolithic architectures into container-based services on GCP, and working closely with engineering managers and customer stakeholders to ensure project success.ResponsibilitiesLead application and platform modernization across internal network-automation services, breaking monoliths into container-based services on GCPDrive language and library upgrades (Python 3.11+, PHP 8.4.x, OpenSSL), own design and reviews, and mentor junior developersBuild and extend metrics paths as the platform moves from a legacy metrics system to Chronosphere, Prometheus, and GrafanaPartner on the migration from Splunk to Splunk Cloud or alternative solutionsCollaborate with product engineers on OS and package shifts (RHEL7 to EL8/9, proprietary packaging to RPM) and cloud migrations, owning feature delivery in support of the broader digital transformationCollaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and other engineering teams, to define requirements and drive technical solutionsDrive the adoption of best practices for software development, including testing, code reviews, and continuous integration and deliveryTroubleshoot and debug complex issues across the distributed system, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutionsSkills10+ years of backend software developmentRecent, hands-on Python (3.11+) AND PHP (8.x)A real example of deconstructing a monolith into container-based services, ideally on Google CloudOpenSSL / secure communication implementation experienceTesting discipline: unit, integration, and acceptance tests on production systemsA degree in computer science or a related field10+ years of relevant work experience in software development, focused on backend development, specifically with Python experience8+ years of strong expertise developing applications using Python (3.11+) and PHP (8.4.x)Extensive Python experience, with the ability to understand an existing complex codebase and lead development effortsExtensive experience deconstructing monolithic architectures into container-based services to enhance scalability and maintainabilityExperience working with cloud platforms, specifically Google CloudTechnical proficiency with OpenSSL and implementing secure communication protocols across distributed platformsExposure to metrics and monitoring tools such as Chronosphere, Prometheus, and GrafanaFamiliarity with logging solutions, specifically transitioning from Splunk to Splunk CloudExposure to OS/package management, including RHEL7 to EL8/9 shifts and migrations from proprietary package management to RPMStrong proficiency writing unit, integration, and acceptance testsPrevious experience with internal network-automation services and platformsExperience mentoring mid-level engineers to reduce single points of failure (SPOFs)Experience partnering with Principal Engineers on large-scale cloud migrationsCompany OverviewOntrac Solutions helps organizations adopt emerging technologies to scale smarter. It was founded in 2010, and is headquartered in Chicago, IL, US, with a workforce of 11-50 employees. Its website is https://www.ontracsolutions.net.