Python Developer

Aktra; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Aktra is seeking a Python Developer with 2-3 years of professional experience to build, test, deploy, and support Python applications and APIs. The role involves creating cloud-based solutions using AWS, Docker, and CI/CD, and integrating APIs, databases, and enterprise systems.

You will support AI/LLM-powered applications and emerging technologies, troubleshoot issues in production, and write clean, well-tested code while collaborating with architects, developers, and business stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of professional software development experience with Python.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Strong Python fundamentals, including APIs, testing, and application development.
• Experience with REST APIs, SQL, and Git.
• Exposure to AWS, Docker, and CI/CD.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Interest in AI/LLMs and emerging technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, deploy, and maintain Python applications and APIs.
• Build cloud-based solutions using AWS, Docker, and CI/CD.
• Integrate APIs, databases, and enterprise systems.
• Support AI/LLM-powered applications, workflows, and emerging technologies.
• Troubleshoot issues and provide production support.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code.
• Collaborate with developers, architects, and business stakeholders.

Skills

Python

APIs

Testing

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

AWS

Docker

CI/CD

Git

REST APIs

Job description

We are seeking a Python Developer with 2-3 years of professional experience to build, test, deploy, and support Python applications and APIs. This is a great opportunity for a hands-on developer interested in growing their skills in AWS, DevOps, and AI/LLM technologies.

What You'll Do

• Develop, test, deploy, and maintain Python applications and APIs.
• Build cloud-based solutions using AWS, Docker, and CI/CD.
• Integrate APIs, databases, and enterprise systems.
• Support AI/LLM-powered applications, workflows, and emerging technologies.
• Troubleshoot issues and provide production support.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code.
• Collaborate with developers, architects, and business stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• 2-3 years of professional software development experience with Python.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Strong Python fundamentals, including APIs, testing, and application development.
• Experience with REST APIs, SQL, and Git.
• Exposure to AWS, Docker, and CI/CD.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Interest in AI/LLMs and emerging technologies.

Nice to Have

• Experience with FastAPI, Flask, or Django.
• Exposure to LLMs, RAG, embeddings, vector databases, LangChain, LangGraph, or MCP.
• Experience with Kafka/event-driven architectures.
• Familiarity with React, Angular, Java, or other programming languages.
• Financial services or enterprise technology experience.

What We're Looking For

A developer with strong Python fundamentals, curiosity about AI and cloud technologies, and a willingness to learn and grow while taking ownership of meaningful work.