Python Developer, Senior TS/SCI with Poly REQUIRED

CGI•Arlington, VA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

CGI Federal has an exciting opportunity for a Python Developer within our Intel sector advancing the national security mission through cutting edge technology. You must have a passion for keeping pace with rapidly evolving technology advancements and leveraging your knowledge on a highly collaborative team to deliver state of the art capabilities. The Python Developer is responsible for the design, development, and maintenance of software applications, automated test frameworks, and business logic using Python. This role often involves a combination of backend development, authoring code generators, test integration, and sometimes includes aspects of cloud based solutions. Works with the system engineers and developers to ensure information security. CGI Federal is growing its high performance team whose members share a passion for building high quality, scalable, advanced IT solutions in a collaborative, fast paced, outcome driven mission. This position is located in our Arlington, VA office; however, a hybrid working model is acceptable.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and/or 5 to 8 years of experience
TS/SCI with CI Poly
Proficiency in Java and/or Python programming languages and associated frameworks (e.g., Spring Boot, Flask, Django).
Strong understanding of API architectural styles (e.g., REST, GraphQL, SOAP).
Familiarity with database systems (SQL, Graph, and/or NoSQL).
Experience with version control systems like Git.
Knowledge of software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum).
Problem solving skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
Familiarity with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).

Responsibilities

Design, develop, test, and deploy robust and scalable applications and automation using Python. This includes writing clean, efficient, and well documented code.
Design and integrate code to validate RESTful APIs and microservices, ensuring secure and efficient communication between different systems and applications with automated validation. This also involves integrating third party APIs and services.
Work with various database systems (e.g., Postgres, NoSQL, and Graph) for data storage and retrieval.
Collaborate with cross functional teams, including frontend developers, product managers to understand requirements, integrate components, and ensure seamless functionality.
Optimize code and system performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure adherence to security best practices in data handling and API authentication.
If applicable, implement and integrate cloud services and APIs (e.g., AWS) for cloud native solutions and deployments.
Provide ongoing support, maintenance, and enhancements for existing applications and APIs.