Python Software Engineer

Careers; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Stock options

Paid time off

10 paid holidays

Open leave policy

Job summary

MORSE Corp, an employee-owned firm with Arlington, VA roots, seeks a Python Software Engineer to support DoD projects. You will design scalable Python applications, review code with teams, and stay current with engineering trends.

Requirements include 5+ years of software development, US citizenship, ability to obtain a security clearance, and experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and Git. Travel up to 25% may be required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software development experience
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a security clearance (Secret, Top Secret, or TS/SCI)
• Expertise in Python
• Strong understanding of relational databases and version control (Git)
• Experience with Docker, Docker-Compose, or Kubernetes
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies (Scrum or Kanban) and microservice architecture
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in CS or related field
• Willingness to travel up to 25%

Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable, Python-based software applications
• Participate in design reviews, code reviews, and pair programming
• Stay up-to-date with software engineering trends and tools
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for seamless delivery
• Contribute to modular, maintainable codebases

Skills

Python

Relational databases

Git

Agile development

Communication

Self-motivation

Microservice architecture

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS or related field

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Docker Compose

Spark/PySpark

Job description

MORSE Corp is an employee owned, small business based in Cambridge, MA, Arlington, VA, and Seattle, WA with a history of fielding cutting-edge technology. MORSE boasts a specially selected team of scientists, engineers, and software developers to deliver best-in-class technical solutions that solve difficult multidisciplinary problems faced by the US National Security Ecosystem.

MORSE is seeking highly motivated and talented Python Software Engineers to join our innovative team, supporting various projects that provide critical AI, machine learning, simulation, situational awareness, and mission planning capabilities to a diverse range of Department of Defense (DoD) customers.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable, efficient, and reliable software applications using Python
• Participate in design reviews, code reviews, and pair programming to ensure high-quality code and knowledge sharing
• Stay up-to-date with the latest software engineering trends, tools, and technologies
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software products, ensuring seamless integration and deployment
• Contribute to the development of new codebases that emphasize object-orientation, modularity, and maintainability

Requirements

• US citizenship and the ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance (Secret, Top Secret, or TS/SCI)
• Expertise in Python
• Strong understanding of relational databases and version control systems (e.g., Git)
• Experience with Docker, Docker-compose, or Kubernetes
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies (Scrum or Kanban) and microservice architecture
• Strong communication skills and self-motivation
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field (or significant professional experience)
• 5+ years of software development experience
• Willingness to travel up to 25%

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Knowledge of Spark or PySpark
• Background in mathematics or computer science
• Experience with DevOps tools and practices
• Familiarity with containerization technologies
• Experience or desire to lead technical teams

MORSE Corp's salary range for this role carefully considers a wide range of compensation factors, including but not limited to, prior experience, education, skills and expertise, location, internal equity, and other factors that are job related and consistent with business need. Therefore, final offer amounts may vary from the amount stated. Depending on role eligibility, total compensation may also include bonus, stock, 401(k) match, paid time off, medical, dental, vision and life insurance.Employees also receive 10 paid holidays per year. MORSE maintains an "open" leave policy that does not restrict exempt, regular full-time employees to a specific number of paid sick or vacation days. However, this policy is not an "unlimited" paid leave policy.

Compensation

$90,000 USD - $180,000 USD

The team at MORSE takes pride in being the smart team that is easy to work with. We focus on steady, long-term success with an emphasis on exceptionalism and delivering mission-critical impact to our customers. For more information, please visit www.morsecorp.com.