Freelance Software Developer (Python Engineer) - AI Trainer

Headquartered in the United States, TP-Link Systems Inc. is a global provider of reliable networking devices and smart home products, consistently ranked as the world’s top provider of Wi-Fi devices. The company is committed to delivering innovative products that enhance people’s lives through faster, more reliable connectivity. With a commitment to excellence, TP-Link serves customers in over 170 countries and continues to grow its global footprint. We believe technology changes the world for the better! At TP-Link Systems Inc, we are committed to crafting dependable, high-performance products to connect users worldwide with the wonders of technology.  Embracing professionalism, innovation, excellence, and simplicity, we aim to assist our clients in achieving remarkable global performance and enable consumers to enjoy a seamless, effortless lifestyle.  OVERVIEW As a Senior Cloud Engineer – Distributed Database & Middleware, you will design and optimize the architecture of distributed database and middleware systems to ensure scalability, high availability, and fault tolerance. You will drive data governance strategies, optimize performance across multiple layers, and implement disaster recovery plans to ensure business continuity. Additionally, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor engineers in database management, system stability, and performance tuning. RESPONSIBILITIES: Architecture Design Design the overall architecture of distributed database and middleware systems to ensure high availability, scalability, and fault tolerance. Integrate open-source components to build solutions that meet enterprise-grade standards. Database Underlying Governance & Data Processing Conduct in-depth research and optimization of database underlying data governance, including data storage formats, data structures, indexing methods, data sharding, data compaction, data compression, data validation and repair, as well as data backup and recovery. Formulate efficient data governance strategies to ensure high-performance and secure data processing in a distributed environment. Performance Tuning & Resource Optimization Optimize multi-layer resources, including operating system I/O and network performance, to ensure system stability and high performance in complex environments. Monitor system performance metrics to promptly identify and resolve issues. System Maintenance & Disaster Recovery Design Design and implement routine operations, data backup and recovery, and disaster recovery plans to ensure business continuity. Establish operational standards for distributed applications and continuously optimize system stability and recoverability. Team Collaboration & Technical Guidance Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (development, operations, security, etc.) to ensure project success. Mentor team members in distributed systems, database governance, and performance tuning practices to elevate the overall technical expertise within the team Requirements REQUIRED SKILLS Educational Background Bachelor’s degree or above in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred. Work Experience Over 5 years of experience in cloud computing, distributed systems, database systems, or related fields. Proven experience in architecture design and implementation within large-scale internet or enterprise systems Professional Skills Distributed System Theory: Deep understanding of CAP theory, BASE principles, ACID transactions, and consensus/consistency algorithms. Distributed Architecture Expertise: Mastery of common distributed architecture designs and the ability to propose effective solutions for various business scenarios. Database Underlying Governance: Proficient in data storage formats, data structures, indexing methods, data sharding, data compaction, data compression, data validation and repair, and strategies for data backup and recovery. Transaction Concurrency & Performance Tuning: Expertise in transaction concurrency control, with extensive experience in performance tuning (including OS I/O optimization, network optimization, etc.), as well as designing locking mechanisms and addressing read/write amplification issues in high-concurrency environments. Distributed Applications & Disaster Recovery: Familiarity with distributed application scenarios and the ability to design efficient solutions for daily operations and disaster recovery. Development Skills: Proficient in at least one major programming language (e.g., Java, Python, Go), with strong coding skills and a solid understanding of system design principles. ADDITIONAL SKILLS (PREFERRED) Experience in designing and implementing architectures on public cloud platforms (such as AWS, Azure, or GCP). Familiarity with containerization (Docker) and container orchestration (Kubernetes). Experience in database like Cassandra, MongoDB, Redis and more Benefits Salary range: $150,000-$180,000 Free snacks and drinks, and provided lunch on Fridays Fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance (partial coverage for dependents) Contributions to 401k funds Bi-annual reviews, and annual pay increases Health and wellness benefits, including free gym membership Quarterly team-building events At TP-Link Systems Inc., we are continually searching for ambitious individuals who are passionate about their work. We believe that diversity fuels innovation, collaboration, and drives our entrepreneurial spirit. As a global company, we highly value diverse perspectives and are committed to cultivating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and valued. We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Beyond compliance, we strive to create a supportive and growth-oriented workplace for everyone. If you share our passion and connection to this mission, we welcome you to apply and join us in building a vibrant and inclusive team at TP-Link Systems Inc. Please, no third-party agency inquiries, and we are unable to offer visa sponsorships at this time.

Join Our Team – Electronics Repair Technician Needed Love fixing tech and solving problems? We’re a local shop looking for a hands-on Electronics Repair Technician who’s ready to dive into repairs on phones, laptops, and desktop computers. (PC and Mac). What You’ll Do Work on phones, laptops, and desktops, diagnosing issues and making repairs Chat with customers to explain problems and solutions (no tech snobbery, just real talk) Keep your repair station neat and help track parts and tools Work side-by-side with a friendly crew who loves tech as much as you do What We’re Looking For Previous experience fixing phones, laptops, and desktops. (Both PC and Mac) You know your way around hardware swaps, troubleshooting, and software fixes Solid focus and attention to detail Friendly and reliable attitude Greet customers, take phone calls, track inventory and other duties may be required Bonus Points Game console repair experience? Awesome, but not required Soldering skills? Definitely helpful, but not a deal-breaker Job Details Part-time: 25–30 hours/week, with room for extra hours depending on workload. Extra hours could potentially be required. Pay: $19–$23/hour, based on experience Location: Bellingham, WA Ready to join an independent local repair shop that loves what they do? Send us your resume, cover letter and a quick blurb about your favorite repair project. (put RESUME & COVER LETTER and [your name] in the subject line) We’d love to meet you!

Role: Technical Lead Java Developer Location: Irving TX – Onsite Position Type: Contract to Hire (CTH) Technical / Functional Proficiency: • The ideal candidate will have a total of 8+ years of experience in software development with a focus on API/Services development. Experience in one or more of following technologies is required - Springboot, Micro services, Openshift, AWS, Kubernetes • Experience in API Gateway, like Apigee • Experience in JSON, XML, YAML, XSD, XSLT, and XPATH • Experience on Messaging layer like Kafka, IBM MQ, JMS is desired • Ability to multitask between multiple projects • Experience in finance domain is a plus • Experience level:8+ Requirements The ideal candidate will have a total of 8+ years of experience in software development with a focus on API/Services development. Experience in one or more of following technologies is required - Springboot, Micro services, Openshift, AWS, Kubernetes • Experience in API Gateway, like Apigee • Experience in JSON, XML, YAML, XSD, XSLT, and XPATH • Experience on Messaging layer like Kafka, IBM MQ, JMS is desired • Ability to multitask between multiple projects • Experience in finance domain is a plus • Experience level:8+

CDL A Regional Truck Driver-1200 weekly average FirstFleet Fountain, CO Operation delivers Palletized Loads for one of America's Largest Grocery Retailers. A 20+ year customer. Essential Worker classification. JOB SECURITY!! Medical Benefits Start at $10.00 per week 5 day schedule PAY: 5 Day Schedule - Local/Regional Driver - $1200-1300 Weekly Average Quarterly Safety & Fuel Bonus program HOME TIME 2 Consecutive Days Off Only 2 Nights A Week in the tractor Pick up a 6th day and earn a $100 bonus TRACTORS: Peterbilts, Volvos, Internationals and Kenworths Automatic Transmission NO slip seating On Site Maintenance CULTURE: Family and Veteran Owned & Operated since 1986 100% Dedicated Fleets Commitment to SAFETY - All late model equipment. 24/7 Safety & Maintenance support Commitment to our PEOPLE - Over 60 of our managers started as FirstFleet Drivers. Commitment to our CUSTOMERS - Relationships that exceed 30 years with most of our larger customers Pay Range: 0.50-0.50 per_mile, General Benefits: Blue Cross Blue ShieldPlan starting at $10.00 a week with Company Contribution to HSA.Medical, Dental, Vision and Hearing Matching 401(k) Retirement Plan Paid Vacations 5 PTO Days after 90 Days Short- and Long-term Disability Life Insurance Weekly Pay - Direct Deposit Quarterly Safety Bonus Program Quarterly Fuel Efficiency Bonus Program Holiday Bonus Program Referral Bonus Program

Northstrat is seeking a Java Software Engineer to join the agile development team. The team builds and maintains a state-of-the-art software application that supports the Department of Defense. As an individual contributing member of the team, you will participate in our fully agile development process and have the opportunity to work with modern tools and technologies, and you will be encouraged to stay up to date with the latest developments in the field. You will be part of a dynamic and collaborative team that is committed to delivering high-quality software solutions to our clients. The work environment is a hybrid one, with a mix of remote and in-person work. If you are a self-motivated, creative, and detail-oriented software engineer who is passionate about developing innovative software solutions, we would love to hear from you.   Essential Job Responsibilities  Must have a strong working knowledge and experience developing Java based software capabilities.   Should have an inquisitive nature, responsiveness, and excellent testing skills.   Must also possess strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to work under pressure with multiple deadlines.   Will work in a fast-paced, small business environment with our talented team.   Other duties as assigned.  Requirements Must have an active and current secret clearance At least 5 years of experience in Software Engineering, Modern Java Frameworks and Libraries (e.g. Spring, Guava) and a Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.  Experience in designing enterprise APIs  Experience in RESTful web services  Experience in Microservices architecture  Experience in Object Oriented Programming (OOP) paradigms  Experience with the agile software lifecycle  Has a proven ability to learn quickly and works well both independently as well as in a team setting  Experience with the Linux operating system  Experience with configuration management tools (e.g. Git, Nexus, Maven)  Must have a DoD 8140 / 8570 compliance certification (i.e. Security+)  Must be able to work in a hybrid environment, spending an average of 1-2 days per week at our Columbia, MD office. However, flexibility is essential to accommodate any changes in the schedule.  Preferred Requirements  A current TS/SCI is preferred.  Experience with NiFi, Kafka, AWS Infrastructure, and K8's.  Experience in cloud based technologies (AWS, Azure).  Experience in distributed databases, NoSQL databases, full text-search engines (e.g. Elasticsearch, MongoDB, Solr)   Scripting experience is a huge plus.  Prior experience or familiarity with our Big Data Platform is a plus.  Understanding of AGILE software development methodologies and use of standard software development tool suites. (e.g., JIRA, Confluence, Github Enterprise, etc.)      Benefits Work/Life Balance Northstrat values true work life balance. We offer power of choice benefits designed to best meet the needs of you and your lifestyle. Our benefits programs are designed to support and encourage wellness, healthy living, retirement investment, and lifetime learning. Pay Range There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. We also offer competitive compensation, benefits, and professional development opportunities. Please refer to our Benefits section for additional details.   Flex Time Northstrat does not mandate specific working hours. Although project requirements may dictate schedules, a Northstrat employee is only required to work an average of 8 hours per weekday over the course of a month. For example: John worked 12 hours on June 1st to meet a project deadline. On June 15th, John only worked 4 hours because he left early for a long weekend. John’s IBA was not debited for time off because flex time allowed him to carry over those 4 hours from June 1st. Individual Benefits Account (IBA) To attract and retain the highest quality staff, Northstrat provides a unique and versatile benefits package, the Individual Benefit Account (IBA), which places the power of choice in the hands of our greatest asset – the employee. The purpose of the IBA is to provide attractive benefits to all full-time employees of Northstrat on a flexible basis that enables each covered employee to select a package that best suits his or her needs. Whether those needs are paid time off, medical expenses, prescription drug expenses, cash disbursement, or a combination of any of these, the IBA provides flexibility to help you meet your specific goals. The IBA can be used for such things as: IBA Benefits accrue each month in the amount equivalent to 50% of the employee’s monthly compensation rate. That is, the effective dollar amount of this accrual is in addition to an employee’s salary. Profit Sharing Plan (PSP) The PSP is a qualified retirement plan that Northstrat funds quarterly on the employee’s behalf through the IBA in the amount equivalent to 25% (up to the IRS contribution limit) of the employee’s compensation. That is, of the 50% accrual in the IBA, half of the amount accrued is applied to the PSP. Stock Options Because Northstrat is an employee-owned company, all new employees are offered stock options. Employees have the opportunity to receive additional stock options based on accomplishment of individual performance goals. Stock owners elect the Board of Directors and are directly impacted by the success of the company. Lifelong Learning Our culture promotes and nurtures a growth environment. We hire and scale rapidly to meet the needs of our partner customers. Through periodic company sponsored training events, and the ability to use IBA funds for reimbursement of work-related education expenses you will have the opportunity to continually grow your skills and abilities. Join Our Talented Team We hire the BEST employees and value each one. Since 2021, The Washington Post has recognized Northstrat among its "Top Workplaces". We think that your friends and family will like it here too, so we offer employee referral incentives. Northstrat is an Equal Opportunity Employer We are committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or other legally protected status.

CDL A Regional Truck Driver-1200 weekly average FirstFleet Fountain, CO Operation delivers Palletized Loads for one of America's Largest Grocery Retailers. A 20+ year customer. Essential Worker classification. JOB SECURITY!! Medical Benefits Start at $10.00 per week 5 day schedule PAY: 5 Day Schedule - Local/Regional Driver - $1200-1300 Weekly Average Quarterly Safety & Fuel Bonus program HOME TIME 2 Consecutive Days Off Only 2 Nights A Week in the tractor Pick up a 6th day and earn a $100 bonus TRACTORS: Peterbilts, Volvos, Internationals and Kenworths Automatic Transmission NO slip seating On Site Maintenance CULTURE: Family and Veteran Owned & Operated since 1986 100% Dedicated Fleets Commitment to SAFETY - All late model equipment. 24/7 Safety & Maintenance support Commitment to our PEOPLE - Over 60 of our managers started as FirstFleet Drivers. Commitment to our CUSTOMERS - Relationships that exceed 30 years with most of our larger customers Pay Range: 0.50-0.50 per_mile, General Benefits: Blue Cross Blue ShieldPlan starting at $10.00 a week with Company Contribution to HSA.Medical, Dental, Vision and Hearing Matching 401(k) Retirement Plan Paid Vacations 5 PTO Days after 90 Days Short- and Long-term Disability Life Insurance Weekly Pay - Direct Deposit Quarterly Safety Bonus Program Quarterly Fuel Efficiency Bonus Program Holiday Bonus Program Referral Bonus Program