Python & AWS Software Developer

TekStream Solutions; Washington, Baltimore (District of Columbia, MD); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance,

Employee premium fully covered

Dependent insurance coverage 50%

Employer-paid life and disability保险

401(k) with 100% employer match up to

Unlimited paid time off

Sponsored certifications and ongoing教育

Job summary

TekStream Solutions in the Washington, DC metropolitan area is seeking a hands-on Python & AWS Software Developer to join a growing technology and data consulting team supporting government-focused projects. You will build cloud-based applications, develop backend services with Python, and automate processes using AWS.

You will work closely with technical teams and stakeholders to translate requirements into reliable, production-ready software while adhering to secure coding practices and CI/CD

Qualifications

• 4+ years of professional software development experience.
• Strong hands-on Python development experience for backend applications.
• Experience with AWS cloud services, especially Lambda and S3.
• Experience with React.js and frontend application development.
• Experience developing APIs and integrating software systems.
• Relational databases such as PostgreSQL, SQL Server, or Oracle.
• NoSQL databases such as DynamoDB or MongoDB.
• Knowledge of OOP, design patterns and data modeling.
• Experience with Git, automated testing, code reviews, and CI/CD.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain backend applications and services using Python.
• Build cloud-based workflows using AWS services like Lambda and S3.
• Develop REST APIs and integrations between internal systems and third-party apps.
• Work with relational and NoSQL databases to support features.
• Write unit tests and integration tests, participate in code reviews, troubleshoot issues.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation.
• Follow secure coding practices and established standards.
• Collaborate with teams to translate requirements into working solutions.
• Support production applications and own issues through resolution.
• Use AI-assisted development tools, reviewing generated code before use.

Skills

Python development

AWS

React.js

API development

Relational databases

NoSQL databases

Object-oriented programming

Git

CI/CD

Agile

Tools

Git

AWS

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

The engagement requires United States citizenship and the ability to obtain a Public Trust determination.

Work arrangement: Hybrid in the Washington, DC metropolitan area, with the onsite schedule varying by assignment.

About the Role

We are looking for a hands-on Python & AWS Software Developer to join a growing technology and data consulting team supporting government-focused projects.

In this role, you will build and maintain cloud-based applications, develop backend services using Python, integrate systems through APIs, and help automate business processes using AWS. You'll work closely with technical teams and business stakeholders to turn requirements into reliable, production-ready software.

What You'll Do

• Develop and maintain backend applications and services using Python.
• Build cloud-based workflows using AWS services, including Lambda and S3.
• Develop REST APIs and integrations between internal systems and third-party applications.
• Work with relational and NoSQL databases to support application functionality.
• Write unit tests and integration tests, participate in code reviews, and troubleshoot software issues.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation.
• Follow secure coding practices and established software development standards.
• Collaborate with technical teams and business stakeholders to translate requirements into working solutions.
• Support applications in production and take ownership of issues through resolution.
• Use AI-assisted development tools where appropriate, reviewing and testing generated code before implementation.

What We're Looking For

• 4+ years of professional software development experience.
• Strong hands-on Python development experience, particularly with backend applications.
• Experience with AWS cloud services, especially Lambda and S3.
• Experience with React.js and frontend application development.
• Experience developing APIs and integrating software systems.
• Working knowledge of relational databases such as PostgreSQL, SQL Server, or Oracle.
• Experience with NoSQL databases such as DynamoDB or MongoDB.
• Understanding of object-oriented programming, design patterns, and data modeling.
• Experience with Git, automated testing, code reviews, and CI/CD practices.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies such as Scrum or Kanban.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience deploying and supporting production applications on AWS.
• AWS or Python certifications.
• Experience supporting federal government or public-sector technology projects.
• Client-facing consulting experience.
• Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and AI-assisted coding tools.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with the employee premium fully covered.
• 50% coverage of dependent insurance premiums.
• Employer-paid life, accidental death, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) with a 100% employer match on contributions up to 4% of salary, with immediate vesting.
• Unlimited paid time off.
• Sponsored professional certifications and continuing education.