Python API Developer - SWE II

Quevera; Maryland; On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Employer Paid Medical Plan

Employer Paid Short/Long Term Disability

Employer Paid Life Insurance

$5,000 yearly towards education/training/certification

Career Pathway Program

Employer paid Company Vacation Package

401K matching up to 6% and additional profit sharing

Job summary

A leading tech company in Maryland seeks a Python API Developer to design and deliver scalable APIs and integrate AI/ML capabilities using AWS services. Ideal candidates will have extensive software engineering experience, proficiency in Python frameworks like FastAPI and Flask, and a current TS/SCI Polygraph clearance. This role offers competitive benefits including a generous vacation package and a focus on professional development.

Qualifications

• 14 years of experience as software engineer in related fields.
• Experience in building and scaling production APIs.
• Hands-on AWS deployment, securing, and monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable Python-based APIs.
• Integrate AI/ML models into applications.
• Deploy and monitor applications using AWS services.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Python

FastAPI

Flask

Django REST

AWS

AI/ML integration

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline

Job description

Python API Developer

Quevera has exciting opportunities for Python API Developers to support the design and delivery of next-generation mission applications. In this role you will build scalable and secure APIs, integrate AI/ML capabilities, and deploy solutions within AWS cloud environments. We are looking for exceptional engineers comfortable operating in modern agile teams and collaborating across mission and technical stakeholders.

Working For Quevera

• Quevera employees voted Quevera as a TOP EMPLOYER in the Baltimore /DC area by Washington for 2025 for the 5th consecutive year!
• Medical/Dental/Vision (100% Employer Paid Medical Plan)
• Short/Long Term Disability (Employer Paid)
• Life Insurance (Employer Paid)
• Yearly $5,000 towards education/training/certification.
• Employees are in control of their career path through our Career Pathway Program.
• Employer paid Company Vacation Package for you and a guest!
• Retirement: Quevera will match up to 6% towards your 401K and an additional 4% profit sharing.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and sustain scalable, secure Python-based APIs
• Integrate AI/ML models and pipelines into operational mission applications
• Deploy, optimize, and monitor solutions using AWS services including Lambda, API Gateway, S3, EC2, IAM, and CloudWatch
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering, data, and DevSecOps teams to ensure seamless system and application integration
• Write clean, maintainable, and testable code in alignment with Quevera engineering practices
• Support troubleshooting, performance tuning, and continuous improvement within agile sprint cycles

Required Qualifications

• Fourteen (14) years of experience as a SWE, in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Four (4) years of additional SWE experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.
• Knowledge of Python in FastAPI, Flask, or Django REST
• Strong proficiency in Python with experience in FastAPI, Flask, or Django REST
• Demonstrated experience designing, building, and scaling production APIs
• Hands-on experience deploying, securing, and monitoring applications in AWS
• Familiarity with integrating AI/ML models into production applications or services
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and collaborative mindset

Security Clearance

Required - MUST have a current TS/SCI Polygraph clearance to apply for role. Only those with a current TS/SCI with Poly clearance will be considered.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Quevera 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.