Junior Python Engineer / Python Engineer (Portfolio Companies: Sitecore)

Company Description

IGT 1 Outsourcing Lanka (Private) Limited, hereafter referred to as ‘IGT 1 Lanka’, is a Port City registered offshore company owned by three of the largest private equity companies, and a sister company of the largest Sri Lanka technology company, IFS.

We are committed to reinventing company success via offshore growth, expansion, diversity, and an unwavering pursuit of quality. As a leading provider of technology and employee offshore services, we help organizations all over the world navigate the complexities of the modern business environment. Our goal is to provide our customers with an operation that maximize operations, spur growth, allows them to develop and deliver world-class SaaS platforms, and create long-term value.

At IGT1 Lanka we believe that our people are the key to our collective success. We have developed a workplace culture that promotes diversity, teamwork, and ongoing education. We are presently a team of 300+ employees with a plan to double this capacity in the next 12 months.

As such, we are always on the lookout for talented individuals who share our passion for innovation and excellence. Joining IGT1 Lanka means becoming part of a forward-thinking organization that is shaping the future of business within the vibrant new Port City. Together, we can drive change, push boundaries, and build a smarter, more connected world through our offshore operation.

Job Description

About Sitecore:

Sitecore delivers a composable digital experience platform that empowers the world’s smartest and largest brands to build lifelong relationships with their customers. A highly decorated industry leader, Sitecore is the leading company bringing together content, commerce, and data into one connected platform that delivers millions of digital experiences every day. Thousands of blue-chip companies including American Express, Porsche, Starbucks, L’Oréal, and Volvo Cars rely on Sitecore to provide more engaging, personalized experiences for their customers.

About the position:

We are looking for a Python Engineer who thrives on building systems leveraging GenAI/AI and machine learning. As an engineer you will be working as part of a team to define and execute GenAI/AI solutions.

You will proactively drive GenAI research in the Engineering team and collaborate with product management teams to operationalize your solutions into product features.

What You’ll Do:

• Work with implementation teams to prototype, implement and validate python applications and analytics solutions focusing on customer outcomes and business value.
• Stay ahead of python frameworks and participate in decisions about technology choices.
• Work across the organization to enhance data collection, build ETLs, data processing and validation.
• Help build and maintain a rigorous experimental platform and establish data-driven methodologies for offline and online testing.
• Build and maintain robust systems with a focus on quality and customer outcomes.

Qualifications

What You Need to Succeed:

• 6-24 months experience in software development using Python.
• Experience with FastAPI, Flask, Pydantic and other frameworks.
• Understanding of relational and non relational databases.
• Understanding LLMs and Rag modeling.

Additional Skills That Could Set You Apart:

• 1-2 years of industry experience as developer
• Experience in contextual help, GenAI / AI assistant is desired.
• Experience building solutions in Azure/AWS.

Additional Information

We embrace flexibility and hybrid work opportunities to support diverse needs and lifestyles, while also valuing inclusive workplace experiences. By fostering a sense of community, we drive innovation, strengthen connections, and nurture belonging. Our commitment ensures you can work in a way that suits you best, while also engaging with colleagues to share ideas and build meaningful relationships.