Junior Python Developer

ELEKS Software Engineering and Development Office is looking for a Junior Python Developer in McLean, Virginia.

ABOUT PROJECT

Our customer is a specialized software development company based in the United States, committed to delivering top-tier solutions that help protect the country and its businesses.

REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to qualify and maintain security clearance
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Backend Python Developer with a solid understanding of professional business environments
• Friendly and composed when interacting with clients and colleagues
• Professional demeanor and conduct
• Punctual, responsible, and reliable
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including professional phone etiquette and email correspondence

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and maintain backend REST APIs using Python and the Flask framework
• Implement real-time communication features with Python and SocketIO
• Work with graph databases, efficiently retrieving and manipulating data using graph query languages such as Cypher, Gremlin, GraphQL, and AQL
• Collaborate closely with frontend developers to integrate backend APIs and services
• Write clean, well-documented, and maintainable Python code
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to best practices
• Troubleshoot and debug backend issues promptly and effectively
• Learn and apply best practices in backend development, security, and performance
• Work effectively within an agile development environment
• Assist in designing and implementing database schemas and data models
• Stay current with the latest backend development trends and technologies
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes and tools

WHAT YOU WILL GET WITH ELEKS

• 14 paid days off
• 8 paid sick leaves
• Paid federal US holidays
• Nonpaid leaves
• Medical insurance (including dental and vision)
• Close cooperation with a customer
• Challenging tasks
• Competence development
• 401(k) plan

ABOUT ELEKS

ELEKS is a custom software development company. We deliver value to our clients, thanks to our expertise and experience gained from working as a software innovation partner since 1991.

Our 2000+ professionals located in the Delivery Centers across Eastern Europe and sales offices in Europe and North America, provide our clients with a full range of software engineering services. These include product development, QA, R&D, design, technology consulting and dedicated teams.