Position: Python Developer

Location: Reston, VA (Hybrid)

Duration: 12 Months (Possible Extension)

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Software Engineer with strong expertise in backend development, cloud-native architecture, and data engineering. The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), hands-on experience with AWS services, and the ability to design scalable, high-performance systems. Experience in financial domains such as mortgage banking or trading systems is highly preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and contribute across all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) including requirements gathering, design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance.
Design, develop, and maintain robust backend systems using Python and/or PySpark.
Architect and implement scalable, secure, and highly available cloud-native solutions on AWS.
Develop and optimize complex data models and database schemas across relational and NoSQL systems.
Write efficient, optimized SQL queries and improve database performance.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.
Implement CI/CD pipelines and follow best practices using modern DevOps tools.
Leverage GenAI tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT) for code generation, reviews, testing, and documentation.
Support financial systems, including trading desk applications and risk analytics platforms (if applicable).

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
10 years of hands-on software development experience.
Strong backend development experience with Python, PySpark, or Node.js.
Expertise in databases such as PostgreSQL, Amazon Redshift, and DynamoDB.
Solid understanding of data modeling, schema design, and query optimization.
Extensive experience with AWS services including Lambda, S3, EC2, ECS, RDS, Glue, Step Functions, CloudWatch, EventBridge, SNS/SQS.
Experience with Git-based workflows and CI/CD tools like GitLab.
Hands-on experience with Docker and Terraform.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in Mortgage Banking, Bond Markets, or Financial Trading systems.
Knowledge of financial instruments such as Mortgage-Backed Securities (MBS), derivatives, swaps, futures, etc.
Experience working with front office trading desk applications and financial risk analytics.
Familiarity with AWS Bedrock and building GenAI-powered applications or agents.

Technical Skills:

Backend Development: Python, PySpark, Node.js, Scripting

Databases: SQL, PostgreSQL, Amazon Redshift, DynamoDB

AWS Services: Lambda, S3, EC2, ECS, RDS, Glue, Step Functions, CloudWatch, EventBridge, SNS/SQS, AWS CLI

DevOps & Tools: Docker, GitLab, Terraform, IntelliJ, VS Code, DBeaver, Postman

AI/GenAI Tools: GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, or similar tools for development lifecycle optimization

Nice to Have:

Experience building AI-driven workflows or automation using AWS Bedrock

Exposure to large-scale distributed systems and data pipelines

Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of – Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.

Python Developer

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