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Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS)

100% on site in Phoenix,AZ

Our direct client has an opening for a Python developer rec 5208

This position is up to 12 months with the option of extension. The client is in Phoenix, AZ.

Rates are $55-$65w2 or $60-70 corp to corp.

Please send us your rate and resume.

Key Responsibilities:

? Assess the current Python codebase, workflows, and dependencies related to geocoding and spatial data processing.

? Refactor and modernize existing Python scripts to improve code readability, modularity, and adherence to best practices (e.g., PEP 8, logging, error handling).

? Maintain and improve integration with multiple geocoding services, including locally installed geocoding software, ArcGIS Server REST-based services, and Google Maps Geocoding API (including quota management and API key security)

? Transition data processing from flat files (CSVs, Esri file geodatabases) to an ArcGIS Enterprise Geodatabase (SQL Server).

? Implement robust logging, error handling, and validation throughout the codebase.

? Optimize and document fallback logic for handling geocoding failures and manual resolution workflows.

? Produce high-quality technical documentation, including code comments and usage instructions, architecture diagrams and workflow documentation.

? Improve the logging and reporting framework for better error tracking and system transparency.

? Collaborate with internal GIS and IT staff for requirements clarification, testing, and implementation support.

Required Skills & Experience:

? Core Technical Proficiency

? Python Proficiency – Advanced experience writing clean, modular Python code for data processing and automation. Familiarity with best practices including PEP 8, logging, and error handling; libraries may include: pandas, os, shutil, logging, arcpy, pyodbc, requests

? Experience using ArcPy for spatial joins, geoprocessing, and field calculations

? Strong understanding of SQL Server databases, including querying and updating tabular data; working knowledge of geospatial data stored in ArcGIS Enterprise Geodatabases

? Experience working with third-party geocoding APIs, especially Google’s Geocoding API (including authentication, usage limits, and response parsing)

? Familiarity with API security protocols such as OAuth2, API keys, or JWT

? Understanding of API authentication and security protocols

? Software Development Best Practices

? Adherence to PEP 8 and modular design principles

? Use of Git for version control and collaboration

? Experience writing clean, maintainable, and well-documented code

? Comfortable working independently and delivering clear, reliable deliverables in a contract environment

? Preferred Qualifications

? Experience modernizing or rewriting legacy Python codebases

? Familiarity with geocoding accuracy scoring, fallback strategies, and manual resolution workflows

? Prior work with public health, government, or GIS teams is a plus

Skill

Minimum of 5 years of experience in Python development

Demonstrated experience refactoring or modernizing existing codebases for improved maintainability and performance.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Geographic Information Systems, Software Engineering, or a related field. Equivalent professional experience may be substituted for formal education.

Experience working with government or public health organizations is a plus.

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