Senior Full Stack Python Developer

Job Title: Senior Full Stack Python Developer
Location: McLean, VA (Onsite) – Local Candidates Preferred
Duration: 6+ Months
Client: WWT
Note: Candidates with strong Python, SQL, REST API development experience, and excellent communication skills will be given top priority. Java and Snowflake experience are highly desirable.
Visa: GC / USC / H4-EAD Preferred (All Work Authorizations Except OPT)
Priority: High

Job Summary
We are seeking a Senior Full Stack Python Developer with 7-10 years of professional software development experience. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Python backend development, SQL, database technologies, REST APIs, and modern software development practices. Excellent communication skills are required, along with the ability to work effectively with technical and business stakeholders.

Required Qualifications
7-10 years of professional software development experience.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field (or equivalent experience).
Strong hands-on experience with Python backend development.
Experience building and consuming RESTful APIs.
Strong experience with SQL and relational database technologies.
Expertise in data manipulation and analysis using Pandas or similar data frame technologies.
Experience with Pytest and Unittest frameworks.
Ability to perform research and development using AI technologies, including prompt engineering, model evaluation, rapid prototyping, and AI integration.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Database & Data Management Skills
Strong understanding of RDBMS concepts and data modeling.
Advanced SQL query development for reporting, troubleshooting, and data analysis.
Experience working with MS SQL Server or similar databases.
Experience handling XML and JSON data formats.
DevOps & SDLC Experience
Experience with Docker containers.
Understanding of application lifecycle management.
Experience working with CI/CD pipelines.
Hands-on experience with JIRA, Jenkins, and related DevOps tools.
Strong experience using Git and collaborative development workflows.
Preferred Qualifications
Full Stack development experience.
Java development experience.
Experience with Gradle and FitNesse.
Experience with Tableau or other BI tools.
Experience with Snowflake Data Warehouse.
Experience in AI/ML-related development and automation.
Exposure to cloud environments and modern deployment practices.
Required Skills
Python
REST APIs
SQL
MS SQL Server
Pandas
Pytest
Unittest
JSON
XML
Docker
Git
Jenkins
JIRA
CI/CD
Preferred Skills
Java
Gradle
FitNesse
Tableau
Snowflake
AI/ML Development
Prompt Engineering
Soft Skills
Strong Communication Skills
Analytical Thinking
Problem Solving
Team Collaboration
Adaptability & Flexibility
Stakeholder Management
Ability to Work in Fast-Paced Environments
Shortlisting Deadline: June 23rd