Junior Python Backend Engineer — TS/SCI Clearance

Leidos; United States; On-site; USD 69,550 - 125,725; Full time

Job summary

Kudu Dynamics, a Leidos Owned Company, is seeking a Junior Python Developer to build and maintain Python-based backend services and tooling across development and test environments.

You will work with senior developers and DevOps to support API integrations, data processing workflows, and test automation, while contributing to CI/CD improvements and Agile ceremonies. A strong learning mindset and proactive collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship with TS/SCI and Counter-Intelligence Polygraph clearance
• 1-3 years of experience in Python development
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
• Experience scripting in Python and shell scripting
• Familiarity with Git/GitLab version control and CI/CD concepts
• Basic understanding of REST APIs and web applications
• Familiarity with Linux environments and command line tools
• Experience with PostgreSQL or similar databases
• Exposure to containerization technologies such as Docker
• Ability to troubleshoot software issues in a collaborative environment
• Strong willingness to learn new technologies and mission domains
• Self-starter requiring moderate supervision
• Intelligent, proactive, and driven to achieve results

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Python-based backend services and tooling
• Support troubleshooting and bug fixing across development and test environments
• Assist with API integrations and data processing workflows
• Write and maintain unit/integration tests
• Support CI/CD pipeline improvements and automation efforts
• Participate in Agile Scrum ceremonies and sprint activities
• Collaborate with senior developers and DevOps engineers
• Assist with onboarding technical documentation and user support

Skills

Python development

Git/GitLab

REST APIs

Linux

PostgreSQL

CI/CD

Shell scripting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field

Tools

Docker

GitLab CI/CD

Job description

Kudu Dynamics, a Leidos Owned Company, is seeking a Junior Python Developer to build and maintain Python-based backend services and tooling across development and test environments.

You will work with senior developers and DevOps to support API integrations, data processing workflows, and test automation, while contributing to CI/CD improvements and Agile ceremonies. A strong learning mindset and proactive collaboration are essential.