May 2
Top Secret/SCI
Entry Level (less than 2 yrs experience)
$180,000
No Traveling
Full Scope Polygraph
IT - Software
Chantilly, VA (On-Site/Office)
Description
Junior Python Developer
Location: Herndon/Chantilly, VA
Clearance Required: TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph (FSP)
Position Type: Full-Time, On-Site
Salary Range: $150,000 – $180,000
We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Junior Python Developer to support the development and integration of data processing software applications in a secure and agile environment. The ideal candidate will bring foundational experience in Python development, including building cloud-native applications, interfacing with APIs and databases, and contributing to CI/CD pipelines with robust testing practices.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the Chief Engineer and Technical Leads to translate requirements into user stories and develop new functionality within existing software systems.
- Implement Python-based data processing functionality using open-source libraries such as PySpark, Pandas, and NumPy.
- Build automated test frameworks using PyTest and mocking tools to ensure code quality within CI/CD deployment pipelines.
- Develop and maintain web APIs using FastAPI to interface with cloud applications and database systems.
- Integrate and deploy Python code within containerized architectures using Docker.
- Work collaboratively as part of an Agile development team, contributing to sprint planning, code reviews, and iterative delivery cycles.
- Optimize Python applications for performance and scalability in large data environments.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
- 1–3 years of professional experience in Python development.
- Experience with data processing libraries such as PySpark, Pandas, and NumPy.
- Proficiency in developing APIs using FastAPI or similar frameworks.
- Hands-on experience with unit testing frameworks, including PyTest and mocking practices.
- Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle and Agile methodologies.
- Ability to work effectively within a team-oriented, mission-focused environment.
- Bachelor's Degree
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with Python ORM libraries such as SQLAlchemy.
- Familiarity with containerized deployment of Python applications using Docker.
- Exposure to deploying applications in cloud environments such as AWS.
Eligibility:
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.
- Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph (FSP) clearance is required for this role.
Benefits
Compensation:
Salary for this position is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements.
Proposed Salary Range: $150,000 – $180,000
Benefits:
Our client offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, which includes:
- 100% Company-Paid Health Insurance: Complete coverage for medical, dental, and vision premiums for employees and their dependents through United Healthcare and Guardian.
- Fully Paid Protection Plans: Life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability provided at no cost to the employee.
- 401(k) Retirement Contribution: 15% of salary contributed by the company through Guideline, disbursed bi-monthly, with immediate full vesting.
- Paid Time Off: 200 hours of annual PTO, accrued per pay period, in addition to 11 federal holidays.
- Incentive Bonuses: Recruitment and business development bonuses to reward contributions to company growth and success.
Junior Python Developer
Location: Herndon/Chantilly, VA
Clearance Required: TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph (FSP)
Position Type: Full-Time, On-Site
Salary Range: $150,000 – $180,000
We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Junior Python Developer to support the development and integration of data processing software applications in a secure and agile environment. The ideal candidate will bring foundational experience in Python development, including building cloud-native applications, interfacing with APIs and databases, and contributing to CI/CD pipelines with robust testing practices.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the Chief Engineer and Technical Leads to translate requirements into user stories and develop new functionality within existing software systems.
- Implement Python-based data processing functionality using open-source libraries such as PySpark, Pandas, and NumPy.
- Build automated test frameworks using PyTest and mocking tools to ensure code quality within CI/CD deployment pipelines.
- Develop and maintain web APIs using FastAPI to interface with cloud applications and database systems.
- Integrate and deploy Python code within containerized architectures using Docker.
- Work collaboratively as part of an Agile development team, contributing to sprint planning, code reviews, and iterative delivery cycles.
- Optimize Python applications for performance and scalability in large data environments.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
- 1–3 years of professional experience in Python development.
- Experience with data processing libraries such as PySpark, Pandas, and NumPy.
- Proficiency in developing APIs using FastAPI or similar frameworks.
- Hands-on experience with unit testing frameworks, including PyTest and mocking practices.
- Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle and Agile methodologies.
- Ability to work effectively within a team-oriented, mission-focused environment.
- Bachelor's Degree
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with Python ORM libraries such as SQLAlchemy.
- Familiarity with containerized deployment of Python applications using Docker.
- Exposure to deploying applications in cloud environments such as AWS.
Eligibility:
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.
- Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph (FSP) clearance is required for this role.
Benefits
Compensation:
Salary for this position is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements.
Proposed Salary Range: $150,000 – $180,000
Benefits:
Our client offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, which includes:
- 100% Company-Paid Health Insurance: Complete coverage for medical, dental, and vision premiums for employees and their dependents through United Healthcare and Guardian.
- Fully Paid Protection Plans: Life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability provided at no cost to the employee.
- 401(k) Retirement Contribution: 15% of salary contributed by the company through Guideline, disbursed bi-monthly, with immediate full vesting.
- Paid Time Off: 200 hours of annual PTO, accrued per pay period, in addition to 11 federal holidays.
- Incentive Bonuses: Recruitment and business development bonuses to reward contributions to company growth and success.
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