Senior Software Engineer; Python - Remote

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Sr Software Developer (Python) to join a Government Consulting company located in Fairfax, VA through remote work. The Sr Software Developer (Python) will support the development of an integrated solution to visualize cybersecurity-related data as part of an agile team, focusing on systems design, analysis, and development.

• Design, develop, and maintain backend enterprise-level Python applications.
• Implement ETL processes and APIs for data pipeline processing.
• Work with persistent data storage solutions (RDS, Dynamo
  
  DB, etc.).
• Develop containerized applications using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Collaborate in an Agile environment, participate in daily standups, and contribute to sprint demos.
• Write unit tests to ensure reliable code delivery and maintain code repositories.
• Support microservices-based architecture and scalable system design.
• Engage in pair programming and mentor junior team members when needed.

• 3+ years developing backend Python applications.
• 5+ years building performant, reliable, and scalable systems.
• 2+ years implementing ETL and APIs.
• 3+ years working with persistent data storage (RDS, Dynamo
  
  DB).
• 2+ years with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• 5+ years using Git (Git Hub, Git Lab, Bitbucket).
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture and data structures.
• Experience with AWS (preferred), CICD pipelines, and infrastructure as code.
• Familiarity with SQS, Kafka, Elasticsearch, and Kibana visualizations.
• Certifications:
  
  AWS Certification preferred.
• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field.

• Salary Range: $130,000 - $160,000 depending on experience
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Sick Leave as required by law, and Holidays
• Clearance Level: Must be a US Citizen and able to obtain DHS Public Trust clearance
• Location: Remote