Python Developer - Active TS / SCI with FSP

Location :  Herndon / Chantilly, VA

Clearance Required :  TS / SCI with Full Scope Polygraph (FSP)

Position Type :  Full-Time, On-Site

Salary Range :  $190,000 – $210,000

We are seeking an experienced  Python Developer  to contribute to the development of advanced data processing applications in support of a mission-critical federal program. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing and implementing scalable Python-based services, developing APIs, and integrating with existing systems and open-source tools. The role requires experience with CI / CD automation, containerized deployments, and Agile software development practices, with a strong focus on performance, maintainability, and cloud-readiness.

Primary Responsibilities :

• Collaborate with Chief Engineers and Technical Leads to translate functional requirements into technical user stories.
• Design, develop, and implement scalable Python-based components and services to support data-intensive applications.
• Develop and maintain web APIs using frameworks such as FastAPI to interface with cloud-native applications and databases.
• Implement automated testing strategies using PyTest and mocking tools to ensure robust CI / CD pipelines.
• Integrate Python applications into Docker containers and deploy to AWS environments as part of a distributed architecture.
• Utilize parallel data processing libraries such as PySpark, Pandas, and NumPy to enable efficient large-scale data transformations.
• Participate in Agile development cycles, including sprint planning, reviews, and backlog grooming.
• Guide technical design and support architecture decisions, ensuring alignment with best practices.
• Interface with stakeholders and mission partners to clarify requirements and ensure technical alignment.

Requirements

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Benefits

Salary :

Salary for this position is determined based on factors such as location, qualifications, experience, and contract-specific budget considerations.

Proposed Salary Range :  $190,000 – $210,000

Benefits :

Our client offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including :