Python Developer

Python Developer Wireshark Network Automation6-Month Contract 580 per Day Inside IR35 Hybrid - 2 Days Onsite, North London We are looking for an experienced Python Backend Developer to join an exciting 6-month contract, working on a specialist project focused on Wireshark automation, network sniffing, packet capturing and backend application development.The successful contractor will play a key role in developing a Wireshark as a Service solution, transforming existing manual network packet capture processes into an automated, self-service web application.This role is ideal for a strong Python Developer with experience building backend services, REST APIs and automation solutions, alongside a good understanding of networking, packet capturing and network traffic analysis.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop and implement a Python-based backend application to automate network packet capturing and traffic collection.Develop a self-service solution allowing users to initiate packet captures by submitting IP addresses through a web interface.Integrate TShark (Wireshark CLI) into backend services to automate network sniffing and packet capturing.Build and maintain REST APIs connecting the frontend application with backend capture processes.Automate the generation, processing, storage and retrieval of PCAP files.Develop asynchronous processing and task queuing systems to manage multiple packet capture requests.Implement automated notifications and workflows to inform users when ..... full job details .....