Python/Django Developer

Code4lib; Bethesda (MD); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan with employer contribution

Paid holidays and vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Black Canyon Consulting is seeking a Python/Django Developer to support the National Center for Biotechnology Information in Bethesda, MD. This full-time, onsite or remote role involves building web applications, enhancing user experiences, and utilizing modern APIs. The ideal candidate will have a BS in Computer Science or a related field and at least 3 years of full-stack development experience. A competitive salary range from $110,000 to $150,000 is offered along with excellent benefits including medical coverage and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of full-stack web application development experience.
• Experience with relational databases and data migration.
• Solid understanding of accessibility and security compliance.

Responsibilities

• Build performant web applications in Python/Django/Angular.
• Develop new functionality for user interaction and scientific data visualization.
• Deliver responsive, mobile-friendly code with automated testing.

Skills

Python

Django

ReactJS

Version Control (Git/SVN)

Agile Development

Education

BS in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Selenium

Angular

Job description

Black Canyon Consulting (BCC) is searching for a Python/Django Developer to support our work for the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI) at the National Library of Medicine (NLM), an institute of the National Institutes of Health. This opportunity is full time and onsite at the NIH-NCBI in Bethesda, MD and/or remote work.

NCBI is part of the National Library of Medicine (NLM) at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). It is the world’s premier biomedical center hosting over six million daily users who seek research, clinical, genetic, and other information that directly impacts biomedical research and public health. NCBI’s wide range of applications, platforms (node, Python, Django, C++, etc.) and environments (big data, machine learning, multiple clouds) serve more users than almost any other U.S. Government Agency.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Build robust, performant, user‑facing web applications in Python/Django/Angular, supporting millions of daily users
• Develop, create, and ship new functionality for user interaction and scientific data visualization, using modern APIs and frameworks
• Work as an integral part of an agile product team to deliver an excellent user experience
• Deliver responsive, accessible, mobile‑friendly code of high quality with automated test/build/deploy pipelines

Requirements

• BS in Computer Science or a scientific field (engineering, physics), or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of full‑stack web application development using Python, Django, and ReactJS
• Experience with relational database modeling and data migration
• Understanding of accessibility and security compliance
• Experience with version control systems such as Git or SVN
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and a team‑player mindset

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing Django web applications and services
• Experience using JavaScript frameworks such as Angular and ReactJS
• Experience working with web services and RESTful APIs
• Familiarity with search engines and backends such as Lucene and Solr
• Knowledge of semantic markup and modern web layout techniques
• Automated regression testing with Selenium
• Proficient understanding of Git version control system
• Experience with agile development processes
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and collaboration skills

Benefits and Salary

We attract top talent with a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 401(k) plan with employer contribution; paid holidays, vacation, and tuition reimbursement. The targeted salary range for this position is $110,000 - $150,000, commensurate with experience and location.

How to apply

https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/blackcanyonconsulting/jobs/7644968003