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SAIC · 2 days ago

Python Engineer

Quantico, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

SAIC is a dedicated IT company supporting national security by transforming enterprise IT capabilities for the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA). The Senior Python Engineer will develop and maintain Python applications, ensuring security compliance and collaborating with teams to enhance system performance.

Information TechnologySecurityService IndustrySoftware

Work & Life Balance

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop, test, and maintain Python applications and services for the Gatekeeper system

Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code that aligns with project specifications and industry best practices

Implement new features and functionalities based on requirements and feedback from stakeholders

Ensure that all Python code and applications adhere to security best practices and compliance requirements

Conduct code reviews and participate in security audits to identify and mitigate potential security vulnerabilities

Assist in the development and enforcement of security policies and procedures related to the Gatekeeper system

Work closely with other developers, cybersecurity experts, and project managers to deliver high-quality solutions

Participate in design and architecture discussions, contributing ideas and solutions to improve system performance and security

Provide technical support and mentorship to junior engineers as needed

Develop and maintain unit tests and integration tests to ensure code quality and system reliability

Debug and resolve issues in a timely manner, ensuring minimal disruption to operations

Use automated testing frameworks to streamline the testing process and maintain continuous integration pipelines

Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for code, APIs, and system architecture

Document development processes, protocols, and procedures for future reference and onboarding purposes

Ensure documentation is clear, accurate, and up-to-date

Stay updated on the latest Python developments, tools, and best practices

Proactively seek opportunities to improve the Gatekeeper system's performance, security, and user experience

Participate in agile development processes, including sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives

Qualification

PythonSecurity best practicesWeb frameworksAPI developmentVersion control (Git)Database technologiesContinuous improvementDocumentationCollaborationMentorship