Python Backend Developer with RFID Experience $80 / hr Srinivasa Kandi

Role : –Python Backend Developer with RFID ExperienceBill Rate : $80 / hour C2CLocation : Dallas, TXDuration : 12+ months / long-term Interview Criteria : Telephonic + ZoomDirect Client Requirement Key Responsibilities Technical Leadership & Strategy Serve as the primary technical expert on all aspects of RFID technology, including UHF (RAIN RFID), HF, NFC, and associated protocols. Define and maintain the technical roadmap for RFID solutions, ensuring alignment with business goals and industry best practices. Evaluate and recommend new RFID hardware (readers, antennas, tags) and software technologies relevant to solving business problems. Mentor and guide software engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning. System Design & Architecture Design end-to-end, scalable, and reliable RFID systems, from tag selection and reader placement to data processing and enterprise system integration. Document detailed architectural blueprints, data flow diagrams, and integration patterns. Ensure solutions are designed for high performance, security, and maintainability. Analyze system performance data to identify bottlenecks and implement optimizations. Collaborate with hardware vendors and support teams to resolve challenging hardware and firmware issues. Development & Implementation Lead the hands-on development of RFID middleware, APIs, and software modules using languages such as Python or Java. Integrate RFID hardware from leading manufacturers (e.g., Zebra, Impinj, Alien) with core software platforms and databases. Oversee the entire development lifecycle, including code reviews, testing strategies (unit, integration, performance), and deployment processes. Required Qualifications Experience : Minimum of 7+ yearsin software development, with at least2 years of direct, hands-on experience in designing and implementing RFID solutions. Max Total experience should not cross15-18Yrs. RFID Expertise : Deep understanding of UHF (EPC Class 1 Gen 2 / RAIN), HF, and NFC technologies and standards. Good understanding of tag physics, antenna theory, and RF propagation. Hardware Proficiency : Hands-on experience with RFID readers, antennas, printers, and tags from one of the major manufacturers (e.g., Impinj, Zebra, SATO, Alien Technology Software Development : Strong proficiency in at least one language such asPython, C# or Java. Integration Skills : Proven experience integrating RFID hardware with enterprise systems (WMS, ERP, MES) using vendor SDKs, REST APIs, and message queues (e.g., MQTT, RabbitMQ Database Knowledge : Understanding of both SQL (e.g., SQL Server, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL database Preferred Qualifications Experience with cloud platforms (AWS / Azure) and developing cloud-native RFID solutions. Familiarity with IoT architectures and protocols. Knowledge of other AIDC technologies like barcodes, QR codes, and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE Experience working in an Agile / Scrum development environment. Experience in implementation of retail industry use cases. Note : If you are interested, please share your updated resume and suggest the best number & time to connect with you. If your resume is shortlisted, one of our IT Recruiter from my team will contact you as soon as possible Srinivasa Reddy Kandi Client Delivery Manager Valiant Technologies LLC Equal Opportunity Employer : We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship / immigration status, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law