Python Software Engineer

MORSECORP, Inc.; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Open leave policy

Stock options

401(k) match

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Holidays

Job summary

MORSE Corp is seeking highly motivated Python Software Engineers to join our team, supporting DoD projects with AI, ML, simulation, and mission planning capabilities. Based in Cambridge, MA, MORSE also operates in Arlington, VA and Seattle, WA, and values an employee‑owned culture and collaboration across scientists, engineers, and software developers.

As a Python Software Engineer, you will design and deliver scalable software using Python, participate in reviews, stay current with trends, and

Qualifications

• US citizenship and ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance (Secret, Top Secret, or TS/SCI).
• Expertise in Python and strong relational database knowledge.
• Experience with version control (Git) and modern software practices.
• Familiarity with Docker, Docker-compose, or Kubernetes.
• Experience with Agile (Scrum/Kanban) and microservices architecture.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable Python software applications.
• Participate in design reviews, code reviews, and pair programming.
• Stay up-to-date with software engineering trends and best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software.
• Contribute to new codebases emphasizing modularity and maintainability.

Skills

Python

Relational databases

Git

Docker/Kubernetes

Agile methodologies

Communication skills

Security clearance eligible

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Docker-compose

Spark/PySpark

AWS/Azure/GCP

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.

As a Python Software Engineer at MORSE, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting‑edge technology, contributing to the success of our applications and making a meaningful impact on our customers. You will collaborate with a teams of engineers and data scientists to design, develop, and deliver high‑quality software products that meet the highest standards of quality, scalability, and reliability.

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 specificnumber of paid sick or vacation days. However, this policy is not an “unlimited” paid leave policy.

Compensation: $90,000 USD - $180,000 USD

Benefits

• 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 specificnumber of paid sick or vacation days. However, this policy is not an ‘unlimited’ paid leave policy.

• bonus

• stock

• 401(k) match

• paid time off

• medical

• dental

• vision

• life insurance

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.