Senior Python Developer – Lead

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in District of Columbia, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Oversee the architecture, design, and development of enterprise applications utilizing Python 3.x

• Create, develop, and sustain solutions employing FastAPI, Django, Flask, or comparable frameworks

• Construct and integrate secure REST APIs, middleware, and microservices architectures

• Spearhead the modernization of legacy applications into scalable, cloud-ready platforms

• Set development standards, conduct code evaluations, and mentor engineering team members

• Work alongside project managers, product owners, and stakeholders to outline technical roadmaps

• Engage in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, standups, retrospectives, and demonstrations

• Assist in developing CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and implementing DevSecOps best practices

• Ensure that solutions comply with federal cybersecurity, compliance, and accessibility standards

• Diagnose complex production issues and lead efforts to optimize performance

• Collaborate with infrastructure and security teams regarding deployments and release management

• Produce technical documentation, architecture diagrams, and implementation strategies

⛳️ Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in computer sciences, Information Technology, or a related field is preferred; a high school diploma or equivalent is mandatory

• Over seven (7+) years of professional software development experience, ideally within a federal work environment

• Extensive hands-on experience with Python 3.x in enterprise settings

• Demonstrated experience with FastAPI, Flask, or Django

• Background in designing and developing REST APIs and middleware integrations

• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum software development methodologies

• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices

• Experience leading development teams or acting in a senior technical lead capacity

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication abilities

• Must possess and be eligible to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Clearance

🏝️ Benefits

• Full-time remote position based in the Washington, DC area

• Occasional travel for client meetings, planning sessions, or program events as required

• Standard business hours with flexibility based on project needs