Senior Python Developer

ARETUM

Senior Python Developer leading the integration of custom applications for Aretum, a mission-driven organization in defense and security sectors. Must possess extensive experience in Python and various technologies.

Posted 4/22/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSDockerElasticSearchETLJavaScriptjQueryKubernetesMicroservicesMySQLOpen SourcePostgresPythonTerraform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work cross-functionally in an Agile environment
Build FastAPIs for the display of content
Create microservices
Work on front-end and back-end code
Mentor peers and junior developers in Python design
Build ETL processes
Work in a highly collaborative environment
Juggle multiple tasks at once
Work independently and collaboratively as needed
Utilize interpersonal skills and strong communication skills
Work directly with the Project Manager to support emerging client needs

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years of solid Python development experience
8+ years of overall (OOP) programming experience
Bachelor’s Degree (or 2 additional years of experience)
API development and integration experience
Experience with Microservices
Experience with JavaScript and JQuery
Experience with Search engines, such as Solr or Elasticsearch
Experience designing and developing enterprise Web and Search systems
Experience with enterprise database technologies, such as Postgres and MySQL
Experience building and managing container technologies such as Docker, Podman, Kubernetes, etc.
Comfortable with working with open source-based solutions
Familiar with enterprise use of Python
Expert in continuous integration/continuous delivery solutions
Experience with large-scale AWS based solutions and Terraform
Agile environment experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Short Term & Long-Term Disability
Training & Development

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Hard Skills & Tools

PythonOOPAPI developmentMicroservicesJavaScriptJQueryETL processesPostgresMySQLAWS

Soft Skills

interpersonal skillsstrong communication skillsmentoringcollaborationtask management

Certifications

Bachelor’s Degree