Applications Programmer

ANGARAI • College Park, MD

3d

About The Position

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Applications Programmer to support the design, development, testing, and maintenance of modern web applications and APIs. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Python development, RESTful services, relational databases, and Agile methodologies. This role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into scalable, secure, and high-quality technical solutions.
The position may require flexibility to work outside standard business hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Requirements

• Minimum of three (3) years of professional experience in software development (internships may count toward experience).
• Experience with Python programming.
• Experience developing or consuming REST APIs.
• Good understanding of relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, or similar) and writing SQL queries.
• Familiarity with version control and work management tools such as Git and JIRA.
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP) principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative Agile team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience with Python frameworks such as FastAPI, Flask, or Django.
• Exposure to AI/ML libraries such as Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, or PyTorch.
• Experience integrating AI APIs (e.g., OpenAI, AWS AI services, Azure AI).
• Experience with automation scripting or workflow automation tools.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Experience building or consuming microservices.
• Experience working with containerization tools such as Docker.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or Jenkins.
• Basic knowledge of API security and authentication mechanisms (OAuth2, JWT).
• Exposure to front-end technologies such as JavaScript, React, or Angular.
• Experience working on data-driven or public-facing applications.
• Strong interest in AI-enabled application modernization initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, development, testing, and maintenance of web applications and APIs using Python and modern development frameworks.
• Develop and support RESTful APIs and backend services.
• Contribute to data processing solutions, automation scripting, and AI-assisted workflows.
• Collaborate with senior developers and business analysts to translate functional requirements into technical specifications.
• Write clean, maintainable, secure, and well-documented code following established coding standards.
• Develop and execute unit tests; support integration and system testing efforts.
• Participate in code reviews and Agile ceremonies (e.g., sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives).
• Troubleshoot and resolve application issues in development and test environments.
• Adhere to established security standards, project management practices, change control procedures, and service delivery processes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed