Python Developer

Set of X; Fort Meade (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Life/Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Technology Refresh

Education Budget (up to $5,250/year)

Job summary

SupportFinity is seeking a senior software engineer with strong Python expertise and a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph. You will analyze requirements, design, code, and lead development efforts on complex software projects in a government contracting context.

Responsibilities include debugging, performance optimization, and mentoring junior engineers, with opportunities to influence architecture and documentation standards across projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree required; four additional SWE years may substitute for a degree.
• Seven (7) years of SWE experience in similar scope and complexity.
• TS/SCI clearance with polygraph required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements.
• Debug existing software and correct defects.
• Provide recommendations for improving documentation and software development process standards.
• Design and code new software or modify existing software to add new features.
• Integrate existing software into new or modified systems or operating environments.

Skills

Python

Team leadership

Education

Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related discipline

Tools

NiFi

Elastic

Job description

WE ARE HIRING OWNERS

Set of X is led by industry veterans who see government contracting as a good community with plenty of opportunity to go around. With a shared desire to give back, grow the community, and do great work, the Set of X team is building an elite group of engineers with a strong sense of shared responsibility and ownership.

Because who you work with matters.

We are looking for a candidate with strong Python expertise; any NiFi or Elastic experience would be a huge plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements
• Debug existing software and correct defects
• Provide recommendations for improving documentation and software development process standards
• Design and code new software or modify existing software to add new features
• Integrate existing software into new or modified systems or operating environments
• Develop simple data queries for existing or proposed databases or data repositories
• Write or review software and system documentation
• Serve as team lead at the level appropriate to the software development process being used on any particular project
• Design or implement complex database or data repository interfaces/queries
• Develop or implement algorithms to meet or exceed system performance and functional standards
• Assist with developing and executing test procedures for software components
• Develop software solutions by analyzing system performance standards, confer with users or system engineers; analyze systems flow, data usage and work processes; and investigate problem areas
• Modify existing software to correct errors, to adapt to new hardware, or to improve its performance
• Design, develop and modify software systems, using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcome and consequences of design

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.
• Seven (7) years experience as a SWE, in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.

Clearance

TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.

Total Compensation Package

We offer a comprehensive compensation package designed to support your well‑being and professional growth. Our competitive base salary is complemented by an extensive benefits program, including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive coverage to keep you and your family healthy.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Peace of mind with financial protection for you and your loved ones.
• 401(k) Plan: No personal investment required to benefit from a generous employer contribution, allowing you to maximize your take‑home pay.
• Paid Time Off: Enjoy time away from work to recharge.
• Technology Refresh: Upgrade your devices regularly, or opt for a year‑end bonus if you don’t need new tech.
• Training and Professional Development: A $5,250 annual budget for ongoing education, certifications, and professional memberships. Or use this annual benefit to repay a student loan tax‑free.

For a full overview of our benefits, please visit our details page.

Additional Perks and Benefits

• Stock Plan: Become an equity owner with a yearly stock grant—let’s build the future together.
• Flex Leave and Exchange Plan: Take up to 8 weeks off for a strong work‑life balance or sell back unused time for double the value!
• Virtual Office Compensation: Monthly reimbursement for cell phone and internet services.
• Fringe Benefit Mall: Choose from perks like Uber rides, a beer of the month club, Amazon Prime, and Hello Fresh—whatever suits you best!
• Profit‑Sharing Cash Bonus: Share in the company’s success with an end‑of‑year cash bonus.
• Referral Bonus: Help us grow by bringing in top talent and earn a bonus for each successful referral.