Software Engineer, Backend Developer, Python

Job Summary

The primary role of the Software Engineer is to design, develop, and maintain web-based software applications that support national defense missions. You’ll contribute across the full development lifecycle and support backend services, REST APIs, and data pipelines that enable visualizations, analytics, and operational tools.

• Build and maintain web applications and backend services using Java and Python
• Develop RESTful APIs and integrate external data sources
• Debug and correct software defects while optimizing performance
• Contribute to Dev Ops workflows and CI/CD automation
• Write and maintain technical documentation, tests, and release notes
• Collaborate with developers, analysts, and mission stakeholders to define and refine features

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Math, or Physics (or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience)
• 5+ years of relevant experience
• Proficiency in Java, Python, and frameworks like Spring Boot or Flask
• Experience with Git, containerized environments (Docker/Kubernetes), and virtualized development environments
• Strong understanding of distributed systems, microservices, and data pipelines
• An active TS/SCI with Polygraph

• Familiarity with Elastic Search, MongoDB, Redis, or ArangoDB
• Experience integrating streaming data frameworks like Kafka or Flink
• Exposure to batch analytics, machine learning pipelines, or AWS

$83,500 – $150,000 (general guideline)

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the ITAR and/or EAR. Applicants must provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status. A “U.S. person” is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident, or a protected individual such as a refugee or asylee.

Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company matching, 9/80 work schedule, and paid holiday shutdown.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. Aero Vironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.