Principal Python Engineer - Modeling & Simulation (Remote)

Acceler8 Talent; Boston, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive compensation

100% covered medical, dental andVision

401(k) with 5% match

Uncapped vacation

Flexible hybrid or remote work

Relocation support

Job summary

Acceler8 Talent is seeking a Principal Python Engineer to lead hands-on work in modeling, simulation and translation systems for mission-critical applications. Boston preferred, with options for San Francisco or remote work.

The role combines building production Python platforms, distributed workflows, and API-centric backend services, with a focus on high reliability and performance. Senior and Principal candidates should demonstrate technical leadership, mentorship, and strong communication

Qualifications

• Hands-on Python engineer with production experience.
• Experience with C++ or simulation platforms (e.g., AF SIM) is a plus.
• Proven ability to own complex backend or distributed systems.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain production Python platforms for modeling and simulation.
• Lead backend services, queues, state machines and distributed workflows.
• Architect APIs (REST, GraphQL, gRPC) and tooling for code analysis and translation.

Skills

Production Python

C++ / Simulation

Distributed systems

APIs & data structures

Defense/Robotics

Leadership

Communication

Job description

Acceler8 Talent is seeking a Principal Python Engineer to lead hands-on work in modeling, simulation and translation systems for mission-critical applications. Boston preferred, with options for San Francisco or remote work.

The role combines building production Python platforms, distributed workflows, and API-centric backend services, with a focus on high reliability and performance. Senior and Principal candidates should demonstrate technical leadership, mentorship, and strong communication