Sr. Backend Python Developer; W2

Overview

We are looking for a Backend Software Engineer to support a greenfield infrastructure automation platform. This person will collaborate with the Infra Automation team to design and develop scalable backend services and automation workflows to accelerate internal infrastructure delivery.

• Design and build backend systems for infrastructure orchestration
• Write clean, maintainable code using Python, Java, or similar OO languages
• Collaborate with Dev Ops and platform teams to build internal tools and services
• Develop interfaces with various database systems (SQL/No
  
  SQL)
• Build automation that runs reliably on Linux-based systems

• Proficiency in Python or Java (experience with both is a plus)
• Solid understanding of object-oriented programming principles
• Strong experience with Linux environments
• Familiarity with No
  
  SQL databases (e.g., Mongo
  
  DB, Dynamo
  
  DB)
• Exposure to Rust is a plus
• Familiarity with messaging architectures, caching technologies, streaming and/or transaction processing systems
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, comfortable with multi-tasking, context switching in a fast-paced environment
• Familiarity with the financial services industry
• Knowledge of infrastructure systems and automation is desirable. Strong coding skills – Python, Power Shell are required
• Experience with Windows and Linux based operating systems, Cloud-based services and infrastructure (AWS), Infrastructure as Code (Terraform) and Configuration Management (Ansible)
• Experience with container technologies:
  Docker, Kubernetes, AWS EKS and ECS
• Self-motivated individual with great communication and interpersonal skills, and a very strong sense of ownership

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Engineering and Information Technology

• IT Services and IT Consulting

Virginia, Reston (Remote)