Powerful Python Developer

blackcape; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Benefits

401K

Competitive Salary

Generous Time Off

Team Building & Company Events

Mentorship & Professional Development

Job summary

blackcape is seeking a Powerful Python Developer with AI and GIS focus to design, develop, and deploy scalable ML models. You will work at the intersection of software engineering and data science, deploying models into production environments.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 1.5+ years of professional experience, strong Python skills, and comfort working in classified government environments. Onsite presence in Bethesda, MD is expected 3–5 days per week with TS/SCI and CI Poly

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 1.5+ years of professional experience required.
• Proficient with Python programming language.
• Proficient with PostgreSQL or similar database solution.
• Experience with Docker-based development and containerization.
• Aptitude for learning new technologies, tools, and processes.
• Experience working in classified government environments.
• Experience developing on MacOS, Windows, and Linux.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy scalable AI/ML models for GIS-focused features.
• Operate models in production within enterprise systems.
• Collaborate with software engineering and data science teams to take models from research to production.

Skills

Python

PostgreSQL

MacOS/Windows/Linux

Learning new tech

On-site security env

Bachelor's degree

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Docker

GitLab CI

REST/GraphQL APIs

Elasticsearch

Pydantic/DeepEval

Kubernetes/OpenShift

Linux distros (RedHat/Alpine)

Job description

Title: Powerful Python Developer (AI and/or GIS Specialist)

Locations:

• Bethesda, MD - preferred but will consider other locations on a case‑by‑case basis
• Washington, DC
• Honolulu, HI
• Colorado Springs, CO

Onsite: Expected to go onsite (into a SCIF) 3 - 5 days per week

Clearance: TS/SCI - Must be willing to get a CI Poly

Security requirement: MUST have an Active Top Secret clearance and be willing to get an SCI w/ CI Poly

Citizenship requirement: If you do NOT have a US Citizenship or a Security Clearance issued by a US Government Customer, we will likely not get back to you. It is a REQUIREMENT of the job.

What we are hiring

We are looking for a Python Developer that is passionate about learning the art of AI‑enabled GIS to join our growing team. In this role, you will design, develop, and deploy scalable Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning models that drive our core product features. You will work at the intersection of software engineering and data science, taking models from the research phase and operationalizing them in production environments. The ideal candidate has strong programming skills, deep knowledge of modern ML frameworks, and hands‑on experience with deploying models to enterprise systems.

Required Technical Skills (MUST HAVES)

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree and 1.5+ years of professional experience
• Proficient with Python programming language
• Proficient with PostgreSQL or similar database solution
• Experience with Docker‑based development and containerization
• Aptitude for learning new technologies, tools, and processes, with a proven history of picking up new skills as project needs evolve
• Experience working in and willingness to work in classified government environments
• Experience developing on MacOS, Windows, and Linux

Preferred Technical Skills (NICE TO HAVES)

• Experience with geospatial intelligence (GIS) tools, training, or certifications
• Familiarity with LLM evaluation methods such as LLM‑as‑a‑judge patterns
• Familiarity with fine‑tuning models such as low‑rank adapters (LoRA)
• Familiarity with Elasticsearch
• Experience with GitLab as both SDLC tool and CI/CD tool including but not limited to Git LFS and GitLab CI
• Experience with Python libraries including but not limited to Pydantic or DeepEval
• Experience with creating and using APIs based on open standards including REST or GraphQL
• Experience with Linux‑based distros including RedHat or Alpine
• Familiarity with cloud‑native architecture and/or containerization application platforms, such as Kubernetes or OpenShift
• CompTIA Security+ certification

Benefits

Great Benefits | 401K | Competitive Salary | Generous Time Off | Exceptional Team‑Building & Fun Company Events | Mentorship & Professional Development Programs | Tuition Reimbursement

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