Python Software Engineer (GC-2)

legato; Maryland; On-site; USD 160,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, and dental coverage

Minimum of four weeks of paid time off

401(k) employer match with no vesting

Job summary

Legato is seeking a Python Software Engineer in Hanover, MD, to develop and enhance complex software systems. The candidate should be proficient in Python, AWS, Docker, and Terraform, with a minimum of four years of IT experience required.

Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, 401(k) employer match, and generous paid time off. A minimum of an IAT Level 2 Certification is required at the start date.

Qualifications

• IAT Level 2 Certification required at start date.
• At least four (4) years of experience in IT application systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enhance software systems.
• Review and test software components for adherence to design requirements.
• Extend backend development with an emphasis on APIs.

Skills

Python

AWS

Docker

Terraform

Bash

SQL

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline

Job description

Python Software Engineer – Hanover, MD

Security Clearance Required: TS/SCI w/ Polygraph.

Salary Range: $160,000 - $180,000, depending on experience.

What You Will Do

The Python Software Engineer will develop, maintain, and enhance complex and diverse software systems (e.g., processing-intensive analytics, novel algorithm development, manipulation of extremely large data sets, real-time systems, and business management information systems) based on documented requirements. The role involves working independently or as part of a team, reviewing and testing software components for adherence to design requirements, documenting test results, and resolving software problem reports.

Responsibilities include utilizing appropriate software development and design methodologies, providing input to system design (including hardware/software trade-offs, software reuse, use of COTS/GOTS, and requirements analysis), and extending backend development with an emphasis on APIs.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Python, AWS, Docker, Terraform.
• Desired (but not required) experience with Bash and SQL.
• IAT Level 2 Certification required at start date.
• At least four (4) years of experience in IT application systems.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline (or four years of equivalent experience for a total of eight years).

Benefits

Legato offers a generous benefits package, including individual and family health, vision, and dental coverage; a minimum of four weeks of paid time off plus a week of sick leave; 11 federal holidays off; and a 401(k) employer match with no vesting schedule. Referral benefits or bank hours may be available depending on the contract.

Legato LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.