Junior Developer

Responsibilities

• Writing clean, maintainable, and efficient code using Python for backend services, web application logic, and developing/maintaining RESTful APIs.
• Collaborating with senior developers to design, implement, and optimize software using Git version control practices, while participating in daily standups.
• Implementing unit tests using frameworks like pytest and conducting code reviews to ensure application quality, performance, and smooth troubleshooting.
• Supporting front-end development by building responsive web interfaces and components using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React.js, and TypeScript.
• Writing and optimizing SQL queries and designing schemas for relational databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, or SQLite to support backend functionality.
• Containerizing applications using Docker and managing application images consistently across development, testing, and production environments.
• Utilizing Ansible for automating deployment, configuration management, and performing basic Linux system administration and server troubleshooting tasks.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an IT related field and 1+ years of relevant experience in software development, including internships, academic projects, or professional environments.
• Proficiency in Python development for writing scripts, backend applications, and developing or consuming RESTful APIs.
• Experience with Git version control systems for source control management and collaborative team workflows.
• Knowledge of SQL and experience working with relational databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, or SQLite.
• Understanding of core web technologies including HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript to build functional web pages and components.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and time management skills to effectively prioritize tasks and collaborate within an agile team.

Qualifications

• Must have an active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance to start.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% and frequently communicate with co-workers, management, and customers.