Senior Software Engineer - Python

Job Description

Senior Software Engineer (Python/GCP) 

The Big Picture

Sysco LABS is the Global In-House Center of Sysco Corporation (NYSE: SYY), the world’s largest foodservice company. Sysco ranks 56th in the Fortune 500 list and is the global leader in the trillion-dollar foodservice industry.    

Sysco employs over 75,000 associates, has 337 smart distribution facilities worldwide and over 14,000 IoT-enabled trucks serving 730,000 customer locations. For fiscal year 2025 that ended June 29, 2025, the company generated sales of more than $81.4 billion.    

Sysco LABS Sri Lanka delivers the technology that powers Sysco’s end-to-end operations.      

Sysco LABS’ enterprise technology is present in the end-to-end foodservice journey, enabling the sourcing of food products, merchandising, storage and warehouse operations, order placement and pricing algorithms, the delivery of food and supplies to Sysco’s global network and the in-restaurant dining experience of the end-customer.  

The Opportunity

We are currently on the lookout for Senior Software Engineers (Python/Google Cloud Platform) to join our team. The right candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable and efficient cloud-based applications in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) using Python. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions. 

Responsibilities:

• Designing, developing, and maintaining cloud-based applications using Python and Google Cloud Platform 
• Designing, developing, and maintaining RESTful APIs using Python and Google Cloud Platforms 
• Implementing and managing GCP services such as Compute Engine, Cloud Storage, BigQuery, and Cloud Functions 
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features 
• Writing and cleaning maintainable and efficient code 
• Troubleshooting and debugging applications to ensure optimal performance 
• Participating in code reviews and providing constructive feedback 
• Staying up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies 

Requirements:

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field 
• Proven experience as a Python Developer and Cloud Developer 
• Strong knowledge of Python programming language and frameworks such as Flask or Django 
• Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes 
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) 
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail 
• Full-stack experience with web-based technologies and architectures such as HTTP, Browser engines, Js engines, RESTful APIs, microservices in java/node, HTML5 JavaScript/ES6, Node.js, React will be an added advantage 
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills 
• Experience with API development and integration 
• Experience with Google Cloud Platforms using Python 
• Experience in Google Cloud Platform and Google Services including: Google BigQuery, Cloud Run Function, Cloud Composer, Pub Sub, Secret Manager, GCS Bucket, Dataplex and Data Lineage API 
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools 
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines 
• Experience with data analysis and data management 
• Minimum of 1 to 3 years' experience as Python Developer and GCP Developer 
• Experience with Google Cloud Platforms using Python 

Benefits:

• Us Dollar-Linked Compensation

• Performance-Based Annual Bonus

• Performance rewards and recognition  
• Agile Benefits - special allowances for Health, Wellness & Academic purposes  

• Paid Birthday Leave

• Team Engagement Allowance

• Comprehensive Health & Life Insurance Cover - extendable to parents and in-laws  
• Overseas travel opportunities and exposure to client environments 

• Hybrid Work Arrangement

Sysco LABS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.