Quality Assurance Engineer

Mission over Margin

Huntridge Labs is a digital engineering company focused on delivering modern solutions for public benefit that are backed by emerging technologies.

Our philosophy is "A's hire A's." As such, we hire top talent into every position. We roll up our sleeves to solve our industry’s toughest challenges, which requires incredibly talented people at our side. We offer one of the best benefits packages in the industry to prove our commitment to attracting and retaining the best talent. We also understand that our company may not be for everyone.

Every new employee is subject to a 90-day probationary period. If this is not a good fit, we may decide to part ways. We will make sure you are taken care of financially until you can find a new role.

Regardless of the role you are applying for, you will be a great fit in Huntridge Labs if this describes you:

• You are a top performer in your current role
• You are radically collaborative and transparent with your peers, clients, and leadership
• You enjoy succeeding as a team
• You love solving problems and trying new things
• You hate bureaucracy, red tape, and wasteful processes
• When you see something that's broken, you fix it
• "That's not my job" doesn't exist in your vocabulary

If you do not meet the qualifications listed below, but believe you are fully capable of doing this job, please apply anyway.

Washington DC / Hybrid
- Remote

• Experience Backend Developer w/ Python
• 5+ years of experience developing and supporting backend systems and web applications using Python
• Expert-level proficiency in Python
• Solid development experience developing, designing and integrating APIs, Web Services and Microservices using Flask, Fast API and Python
• Expertise with the Django Rest framework
• Strong understanding and ability to focus on accessibility (Section 508, WCAG) and cross-browser compatibility
• Experience in handling and processing AI/ML data
• Must have hands on experience Large Language Models (LLMs such as Meta Llama, Google Gemini)
• Must have familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies
• Must have excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Strong attention to details and solid documentation skills
• Self-starter able to work well independently and meet deadlines
• Bachelor’s Degree

• Provide overall backend development support using Python to help Design, build, test, and maintain clients systems
• Independently design new applications or collaborate with system architects
• Analyze and migrate legacy applications into modern Python/Django solutions
• Reverse engineer existing systems when needed to understand functionality
• Maintain and enhance existing applications; provide user support
• Collaborate with end users, and client leads, and project managers to gather requirements
• Use customer-provided version control systems for code management
• Produce clear, maintainable code and thorough technical documentation

Salary Range-Depending on experience-$85-$115k