Lead Python Developer in McLean, VA

Lead Python Developer (W2 Only | In-Person Interview Required)

McLean, VA (Local Candidates Preferred)

12‑month W2 contract, $60–$65/hr.

12+ years overall IT experience. Strong hands‑on Python development skills, technical leadership, collaboration with cross‑functional teams, fast‑paced environment.

• Lead the design, development, and maintenance of Python‑based applications.
• Provide technical leadership and code reviews for development teams.
• Architect scalable, high‑performance backend solutions.
• Collaborate with product owners, architects, and Dev Ops teams.
• Ensure best practices for coding, testing, security, and performance.
• Troubleshoot production issues and drive root‑cause analysis.
• Mentor junior and mid‑level developers.

• 12+ years overall IT experience.
• Strong hands‑on experience with Python.
• Experience with frameworks such as Django, Flask, or FastAPI.
• Strong knowledge of RESTful APIs and microservices architecture.
• Experience with relational and No
  
  SQL databases.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP preferred).
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and version control tools (Git).
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

• Experience in financial services or large enterprise environments.
• Exposure to containerization tools (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Agile/Scrum development experience.

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