Python Developer

1. About Our Client : The organization operates within the government technology and professional services sector, focusing on delivering consulting, technology, and mission services to various U.S. government agencies, including defense and intelligence communities. It addresses challenges in government IT by providing solutions that enhance operational efficiency and impact, with a particular emphasis on supporting veterans through improved benefits administration.

2. About the Opportunity : The Python Developer role supports the transformation of the Veterans Benefits Administration by developing backend services and automation tools that improve claims processing visibility and speed. This position contributes directly to accelerating the delivery of benefits to veterans and their families, ensuring a more transparent and efficient system.

3. Responsibilities :

• Design, build, and maintain backend services and APIs using Python deployed in AWS.
• Develop and operate microservices integrating AWS services like Lambda, API Gateway, RDS, S3, SNS/SQS, and CloudWatch.
• Collaborate with teams to deliver secure, scalable, and cloud-optimized solutions.
• Write and maintain automated tests and participate in code reviews.
• Support CI/CD pipelines and containerized deployments using GitLab, Docker, and Kubernetes/ECS.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and provide technical insights and effort estimates.
• Troubleshoot and optimize cloud workloads for performance, scalability, and compliance.

4. Requirements :

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 6–8 years of professional software development experience.
• 4+ years of hands-on Python development.
• Strong production experience with AWS and proficiency with services including Lambda, API Gateway, RDS, S3, CloudWatch, SNS/SQS, and IAM.
• Solid understanding of cloud-native design patterns, microservices, and REST API design.
• Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and Git version control.
• Ability to write clean, maintainable, and secure code.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

5. Pay Range and Compensation Package :

• The likely salary range is $107,744 to $143,750, subject to experience, location, and contractual requirements.

6. Benefits & Perks :

• Medical insurance with options including Health Savings Accounts.
• Dental and vision insurance plans.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Various paid time off plans including vacation, sick, personal, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement, and jury duty leave.
• Paid Family Leave program providing up to 160 hours of paid leave annually.
• Short and long-term disability benefits, life and accident insurance, critical illness coverage, and business travel insurance.

7. Equal Opportunity Statement : Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin. Note: RemoteHunter is not the Employer of Record (EOR) for this role. Our purpose in this opportunity is to connect exceptional candidates with leading employers. We help job seekers worldwide discover roles that match their goals and guide them to complete their full application directly through the hiring company’s career page or ATS.