Python Developer

Responsibilities : - Analyse existing Perl scripts and convert them into Python.- Ensure functional equivalence between old and new scripts.- Rewrite and optimise scripts for readability, maintainability, and performance.- Perform unit testing, regression testing, and debugging.- Work with file processing, regex, shell commands, APIs, and database interactions as needed.- Collaborate with the client and internal teams to understand script behaviour and dependencies.- Document migrated scripts and support deployment/testing activities.Requirements : - Mandatory Skills : Python with Perl (Python, Linux, and some exposure to Perl scripts in Python).- Experience in Python development.- Strong experience in Python scripting and automation.- Good understanding of Perl scripts and legacy code conversion.- Strong knowledge of regex, file handling, and text processing.- Experience working in Linux/Unix environments.- Hands-on experience with debugging, testing, and code validation.- Experience with Git and version control.Good-to-Have Skills : - Experience in Perl to Python migration projects.- Exposure to API integration and database-driven scripts.- Experience with pytest or similar testing frameworks.- Familiarity with shell scripting and job schedulers like cron.- Client-facing communication skills.Preferred Candidate Profile : - Experience working on modernisation or migration projects.- Ability to understand business logic from legacy code.- Strong problem-solving and independent working capability.- Good communication and stakeholder coordination skills. (ref:hirist.tech)