Backend Application Engineer (Python)

Shield Consulting Solutions, Inc.; Linthicum (MD); On-site; USD 225,000 - 235,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days PTO

11 paid holidays

100% employer-paid healthcare

8% 401(k) employer match

Job summary

Shield Consulting Solutions, Inc. is seeking an Application Engineer to develop Python-based microservices, focusing on automation and data management. Candidates need a Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of relevant experience, including expertise in Python, Docker, and database management.

The position offers a salary range of $225,000 - $235,000 annually, and an excellent benefits package including 25 days PTO, paid holidays, and a generous 401(k) employer match.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance.
• Minimum 8 years of applicable professional experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop various Python based ReST endpoints and microservices.
• Provide middleware and backend support to all system applications.

Skills

Python

Docker

Django

Flask

MongoDB

MariaDB

ReST endpoint development

Micro service model

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical field

Tools

AWS

Jira

Confluence

Git

Agile

Job description

Basic Requirements

Active TS/SCI with Polygraph – must currently possess this clearance.

Telework: None

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field.
• 8 years of applicable professional experience.

Job Description

As part of the Secure the Enterprise initiative, develop capabilities to shift from the current manual system security evaluation and authorization process to a new model that emphasizes automation, streamlined processes and approvals, continuous monitoring and assessment, and network data gathering across the entire life cycle of a project.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• The Application Engineer (Backend) will provide the development, test, deploy, and sustainment of various Python based ReST endpoints, microservices, and data model management capabilities utilizing Django and Flask frameworks to interact with data models stored in MariaDB or MongoDB and send data upon request, in JSON format, to UI front ends.
• The developer will provide middleware and backend support to all system applications.

Required Experience

• Python
• Docker
• Experience using Django or Flask
• Database experience using MongoDB or MariaDB
• ReST endpoint development
• Micro service model

Desired Experience

• AWS or other cloud experience
• JSON and/or XML serializationJira
• Confluence
• Git version control
• Agile

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $225,000 - $235,000 annually

Excellent benefits package including 25 days PTO, 11 paid holidays, 100% employer-paid healthcare for employees and dependents – available day 1, 8% 401(k) employer match – immediate vesting.

Disclaimer: The salary range provided is an estimate based on current market conditions and may be adjusted based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications. The final salary offer will be determined after a thorough review of the candidate's background and alignment with the role. Please note that this range is subject to change and should be considered as a guideline rather than a definitive figure.

Shield Consulting Solutions is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This is a full time position