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Date Opened: 05/13/2026
Job Type: Full time
Work Experience: 8+ years
Industry: Technology
State/Province: Pennsylvania
City: Middletown
Zip/Postal Code: 17057
Country: United States
About us
Info-Matrix Corporation is a full-service professional IT provider located in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania. We are a privately held, small diverse business that has been providing Pennsylvania state and local government with innovative IT solutions and staffing services for more than 28 years. As a local employer of IT professionals, Info-Matrix Corporation has proven expertise in all facets of information technology.
Job Description
Info-Matrix is seeking a Senior Full-Stack Python Engineer with extensive experience in systems driven by Optical Character Recognition (OCR) and Computer Vision. This hands-on software engineering role focuses on building and scaling production systems that process images, perform OCR, and deliver results via robust APIs and client-facing applications.
Description of Duties
Backend & OCR Systems
- Design, implement, and maintain workflows for Optical Character Recognition (OCR) and image processing, covering everything from data ingestion to evaluation and output.
- Develop scalable backend services in Python using Fast API.
- Integrate with third-party OCR engines through REST APIs, managing retries, errors, and fallback strategies.
- Implement preprocessing techniques and quality improvement measures.
- Contribute to improving OCR accuracy by utilizing feedback from manual reviews and downstream validation processes.
- Design data models and storage solutions for OCR results, metadata, and audit trails using PostgreSQL.
Distributed & Cloud Architecture
- Build message-driven services using Azure Service Bus for asynchronous processing.
- Deploy and operate services on Azure, including AKS.
- Containerize applications using Podman and support CI/CD pipelines.
- Contribute to system scalability, fault tolerance, and observability.
Full-Stack Skills
- Develop and maintain React-based web applications for internal and client-facing tools.
- Implement responsive User Interface components using JavaScript / React.
- Collaborate closely with backend services to integrate OCR functionality into the UI.
- Understand and work with HTTP/HTTPS, authentication flows, and API contracts.
Engineering Leadership
- Expert in Object Oriented Programming (OOP) applying abstraction, encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism to design scalable, reusable and loosely coupled systems aligned with SOLID (Single-responsibility, Open-closed, Liskov Substitution, Interface Segregation, Dependency Inversion) principles and guiding the team through code reviews and design standards.
- Participate in architectural decisions and technical design reviews.
- Mentor junior engineers and help raise overall engineering standards.
- Fully document all created work associated with this position, including technical and functional designs and diagrams, test plans, test scripts, impact analysis reports, lessons learned, best practices for others to follow, plus any other documentation as required by the client. This documentation shall follow the format and/or templates as instructed by the client.
- Develop and maintain productive relationships with technology staff, business owners, project sponsors, vendors, and key clients.
- Lead and participate in project team activities for system work efforts related to enterprise systems.
- Work independently to accomplish the tasks and duties assigned.
- Adhere to and follow all client standards, policies, and procedures.
- Utilize various software and/or technology tools to perform job duties.
- Perform tasks and other duties as related to this position and role and assigned by the client.
Requirements
The ideal candidate will have a strong Python background and the ability to develop backend services from start to finish, while also contributing to the frontend when necessary. This position lies at the intersection of backend systems, computer vision and OCR pipelines, distributed services, and modern frontend delivery.
- Python: an expert level in Python with 8+ years’ experience implementing and supporting production systems.
- FastAPI: 5+ years’ experience with FastAPI or equivalent Python API frameworks.
- OCR / Computer Vision: 5+ years of experience working with OCR and computer vision technologies, with a strong understanding of domain-specific applications.
- PostgreSQL / SQL: Proficiency in schema design, query writing, and performance optimization.
- JavaScript + React, HTML/CSS: Proven experience in production-level frontend development.
- Azure cloud, Azure Service Bus: Knowledge of Azure cloud services or equivalent messaging systems.
- AKS / Kubernetes: Hands-on experience with container orchestration using AKS or Kubernetes.
- Linux environments: Strong understanding and practical experience working in Linux environments.
- Proficiency in REST API design and integration.
- Experience with JSON-based data exchange.
- Expertise in containerized development and deployment workflows.
- Knowledge of secure API design and operational best practices.
Additional Desired Skills
- Experience with AI/ML pipelines related to OCR or image processing.
- Exposure to vector databases (e.g., Qdrant) and embedding-based similarity search.
- Familiarity with PyTorch / ONNX for learned image enhancement or embeddings.
- Knowledge of vehicle fingerprinting, multi-view embeddings, or related CV problems.
- Security best practices around PII handling, image storage, and access control.
Benefits
Experience a workplace where people are the X-Factor! At Info-Matrix, we believe our greatest strength is our team—a diverse group of passionate professionals united by a drive to solve real-world business challenges through innovative technology solutions. Our culture is built on integrity, teamwork, and a commitment to excellence, fostering an environment where every voice is valued and every contribution matters!
Comprehensive Benefits Offered by Info-Matrix
- Health & Wellness: Customized Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
- Paid Time Off: Generous PTO & 11 paid holidays
- Info-Matrix Paid Coverage: Short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and AD&D insurance.
- Retirement Savings Offering: 401(k) plan with company match
Job Information
Date Opened: 05/13/2026
Job Type: Full time
Work Experience: 8+ years
Industry: Technology
State/Province: Pennsylvania
City: Middletown
Zip/Postal Code: 17057
Country: United States
About us
Info-Matrix Corporation is a full-service professional IT provider located in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania. We are a privately held, small diverse business that has been providing Pennsylvania state and local government with innovative IT solutions and staffing services for more than 28 years. As a local employer of IT professionals, Info-Matrix Corporation has proven expertise in all facets of information technology.
Job Description
Info-Matrix is seeking a Senior Full-Stack Python Engineer with extensive experience in systems driven by Optical Character Recognition (OCR) and Computer Vision. This hands-on software engineering role focuses on building and scaling production systems that process images, perform OCR, and deliver results via robust APIs and client-facing applications.
Description of Duties
Backend & OCR Systems
- Design, implement, and maintain workflows for Optical Character Recognition (OCR) and image processing, covering everything from data ingestion to evaluation and output.
- Develop scalable backend services in Python using Fast API.
- Integrate with third-party OCR engines through REST APIs, managing retries, errors, and fallback strategies.
- Implement preprocessing techniques and quality improvement measures.
- Contribute to improving OCR accuracy by utilizing feedback from manual reviews and downstream validation processes.
- Design data models and storage solutions for OCR results, metadata, and audit trails using PostgreSQL.
Distributed & Cloud Architecture
- Build message-driven services using Azure Service Bus for asynchronous processing.
- Deploy and operate services on Azure, including AKS.
- Containerize applications using Podman and support CI/CD pipelines.
- Contribute to system scalability, fault tolerance, and observability.
Full-Stack Skills
- Develop and maintain React-based web applications for internal and client-facing tools.
- Implement responsive User Interface components using JavaScript / React.
- Collaborate closely with backend services to integrate OCR functionality into the UI.
- Understand and work with HTTP/HTTPS, authentication flows, and API contracts.
Engineering Leadership
- Expert in Object Oriented Programming (OOP) applying abstraction, encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism to design scalable, reusable and loosely coupled systems aligned with SOLID (Single-responsibility, Open-closed, Liskov Substitution, Interface Segregation, Dependency Inversion) principles and guiding the team through code reviews and design standards.
- Participate in architectural decisions and technical design reviews.
- Mentor junior engineers and help raise overall engineering standards.
- Fully document all created work associated with this position, including technical and functional designs and diagrams, test plans, test scripts, impact analysis reports, lessons learned, best practices for others to follow, plus any other documentation as required by the client. This documentation shall follow the format and/or templates as instructed by the client.
- Develop and maintain productive relationships with technology staff, business owners, project sponsors, vendors, and key clients.
- Lead and participate in project team activities for system work efforts related to enterprise systems.
- Work independently to accomplish the tasks and duties assigned.
- Adhere to and follow all client standards, policies, and procedures.
- Utilize various software and/or technology tools to perform job duties.
- Perform tasks and other duties as related to this position and role and assigned by the client.
Requirements
The ideal candidate will have a strong Python background and the ability to develop backend services from start to finish, while also contributing to the frontend when necessary. This position lies at the intersection of backend systems, computer vision and OCR pipelines, distributed services, and modern frontend delivery.
- Python: an expert level in Python with 8+ years’ experience implementing and supporting production systems.
- FastAPI: 5+ years’ experience with FastAPI or equivalent Python API frameworks.
- OCR / Computer Vision: 5+ years of experience working with OCR and computer vision technologies, with a strong understanding of domain-specific applications.
- PostgreSQL / SQL: Proficiency in schema design, query writing, and performance optimization.
- JavaScript + React, HTML/CSS: Proven experience in production-level frontend development.
- Azure cloud, Azure Service Bus: Knowledge of Azure cloud services or equivalent messaging systems.
- AKS / Kubernetes: Hands-on experience with container orchestration using AKS or Kubernetes.
- Linux environments: Strong understanding and practical experience working in Linux environments.
- Proficiency in REST API design and integration.
- Experience with JSON-based data exchange.
- Expertise in containerized development and deployment workflows.
- Knowledge of secure API design and operational best practices.
Additional Desired Skills
- Experience with AI/ML pipelines related to OCR or image processing.
- Exposure to vector databases (e.g., Qdrant) and embedding-based similarity search.
- Familiarity with PyTorch / ONNX for learned image enhancement or embeddings.
- Knowledge of vehicle fingerprinting, multi-view embeddings, or related CV problems.
- Security best practices around PII handling, image storage, and access control.
Benefits
Experience a workplace where people are the X-Factor! At Info-Matrix, we believe our greatest strength is our team—a diverse group of passionate professionals united by a drive to solve real-world business challenges through innovative technology solutions. Our culture is built on integrity, teamwork, and a commitment to excellence, fostering an environment where every voice is valued and every contribution matters!
Comprehensive Benefits Offered by Info-Matrix
- Health & Wellness: Customized Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
- Paid Time Off: Generous PTO & 11 paid holidays
- Info-Matrix Paid Coverage: Short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and AD&D insurance.
- Retirement Savings Offering: 401(k) plan with company match
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Map your Python skills to SOC codes
USCIS evaluates your petition against the SOC code your employer selects. Pull the O*NET profile for Software Developers (15-1252) to confirm your duties align before your employer files, since a mismatch is a common RFE trigger.
Verify prevailing wage before accepting offers
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your role and location. Run the OFLC Wage Search using your job title and ZIP code before negotiating, so you know whether the offer clears the Level I through IV threshold.
Target employers with cap-exempt filing history
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-affiliated entities are cap-exempt, meaning your H-1B isn't subject to the lottery. If you want a guaranteed start date, filtering for these employer types on Migrate Mate narrows your search immediately.
Audit your OPT end date against H-1B timelines
USCIS must receive your I-129 petition by April 1 for an October 1 start. If your OPT expires before October 1, confirm your employer can bridge the gap through cap-gap protection, which only applies if you're on F-1 and selected in the lottery.
Request the certified LCA before signing an offer
DOL certifies the LCA before your employer can file the H-1B petition. Ask for a copy once it's certified. If the LCA lists a wage level or job title that doesn't match your offer letter, get it corrected before USCIS receives the I-129.
Check your employer's E-Verify enrollment status
USCIS requires H-1B employers to be enrolled in E-Verify for cap-subject petitions. Confirm your prospective employer's enrollment before investing time in the interview process. An unenrolled employer can't file on your behalf.
H-1B Visa Python Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Python Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. USCIS consistently approves Python Engineer and broader software developer roles as specialty occupations because the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a directly related field. Your employer's job description must reflect that degree requirement, not just list it as preferred. If the posting says 'bachelor's preferred' rather than 'required,' USCIS may issue an RFE questioning specialty occupation status.
How do I find Python Engineer roles at companies that actively sponsor H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate filters Python Engineer listings by employers with verified H-1B Labor Condition Application filing history, so you're not applying blindly to companies that don't sponsor. DOL's LCA disclosure data is publicly available and updated quarterly, which is the underlying signal Migrate Mate uses to surface sponsoring employers.
Can my employer sponsor my H-1B for a fully remote Python Engineer position?
Yes, but the LCA must list the actual worksite location where you'll be performing work, not just the employer's headquarters. For fully remote roles, DOL requires the LCA to cover each location where you'll regularly work, including your home address. If you move states after your H-1B is approved, your employer may need to file an amended petition with USCIS to update your worksite.
What happens to my H-1B if my Python Engineer role is eliminated or my employment ends?
You have a 60-day grace period from your last day of employment to find a new sponsoring employer, change status, or leave the country. Your new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition before the grace period expires. If you're within six years of your original H-1B approval, a new employer can transfer the remaining time rather than starting a new cap-subject petition.
Does my Python Engineer contract or freelance work affect H-1B eligibility?
H-1B status requires an employer-employee relationship, which means the sponsoring company must control your work, set your hours, and direct your day-to-day tasks. Staffing agency placements are permitted under H-1B rules, but the agency is the petitioner of record even if you're placed at a client site. Pure independent contracting arrangements don't meet USCIS requirements for H-1B sponsorship.