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Contract Freelance Python Django Developer Jobs in Washington, DC

System One

Full-Stack Developer

Mclean, VA · Remote

Senior Full-Stack Developer (Python / Django / AWS) Location: Remote (EST Preferred) Type: Contract To Hire Contractor Work Model: Remote Responsibilities * Work closely with clients, technical leads ...

System One

Full-Stack Developer

Mclean, VA · Remote

Senior Full-Stack Developer (Python / Django / AWS) Location: Remote (EST Preferred) Type: Contract To Hire Contractor Work Model: Remote Responsibilities * Work closely with clients, technical leads ...

System One

Full-Stack Developer

Mclean, VA · Remote

Senior Full-Stack Developer (Python / Django / AWS) Location: Remote (EST Preferred) Type: Contract To Hire Contractor Work Model: Remote Responsibilities * Work closely with clients, technical leads ...

System One

Full-Stack Developer

Mclean, VA · Remote

Senior Full-Stack Developer (Python / Django / AWS) Location: Remote (EST Preferred) Type: Contract To Hire Contractor Work Model: Remote Responsibilities * Work closely with clients, technical leads ...

System One

Full-Stack Developer

Mclean, VA · Remote

Senior Full-Stack Developer (Python / Django / AWS) Location: Remote (EST Preferred) Type: Contract To Hire Contractor Work Model: Remote Responsibilities * Work closely with clients, technical leads ...

System One

Full-Stack Developer

Mclean, VA · Remote

Senior Full-Stack Developer (Python / Django / AWS) Location: Remote (EST Preferred) Type: Contract To Hire Contractor Work Model: Remote Responsibilities * Work closely with clients, technical leads ...

System One

Full-Stack Developer

Mclean, VA · Remote

Senior Full-Stack Developer (Python / Django / AWS) Location: Remote (EST Preferred) Type: Contract To Hire Contractor Work Model: Remote Responsibilities * Work closely with clients, technical leads ...

EDCLUB, INC

Senior Software Engineer - Python

Rockville, MD · Remote

$124K - $164K/yr

Having extensive Python + Django experience is required. The project is unique as it is a well ... Strong analytical thinking engineers who have experience with web best patterns and practices.

WorkNovas LLC

Python Developer

Mclean, VA · On-site

$50.75 - $70/hr

Contract Only Duration: 6 plus months Must Have Qualifications: Must have 5+ years of experience in ... Must have experience working with popular Python frameworks, such as Django, FAST API, and python ...

Edge Global

Python Developer with AI/ML

Reston, VA · On-site

$52.25 - $72/hr

Reston, VA (Local Only) Duration : Long Term Contract MOI: Video + In-Person Visa: W2 Consultant ... Experience with Django, Flask, Fast API, REST APIs, data processing, and SQL databases. • ...

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Full-Stack Developer

System One

Mclean, VA • Remote

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Job description

Senior Full-Stack Developer (Python / Django / AWS)

Location: Remote (EST Preferred) Type: Contract To Hire Contractor Work Model: Remote

Responsibilities

  • Work closely with clients, technical leads, and cross-functional teams to design and deliver scalable software solutions
  • Design, build, test, and deploy full-stack applications using Python, Django, and modern JavaScript frameworks
  • Develop and maintain backend services and APIs using Django and Django REST Framework
  • Design and manage relational data models and ensure efficient data access patterns
  • Build and enhance frontend components using JavaScript frameworks (Vue.js preferred)
  • Collaborate across backend and frontend teams to deliver seamless user experiences
  • Support cloud-based deployments and infrastructure in AWS environments
  • Participate in Agile development processes and contribute to technical design discussions

Requirements

  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
  • Ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years of experience in full-stack application development
  • Strong experience with Python and Django in production environments
  • Experience building frontend applications using JavaScript frameworks (Vue.js, React, or similar)
  • Strong understanding of relational databases and data modeling concepts
  • Experience working with Django ORM and PostgreSQL (or similar)
  • Experience building REST APIs (Django REST Framework preferred)
  • Experience with AWS cloud services (EC2, ECS, RDS, etc.)

Nice to Have

  • Experience with Celery or asynchronous processing
  • Experience optimizing database performance (indexing, query tuning, N+1 queries, etc.)
  • Experience working on large-scale or legacy system modernization efforts
  • Exposure to containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and CI/CD pipelines

Important Notes

  • This is a full-stack role with a strong backend focus
  • Candidates should be comfortable working across the stack, but the core work will involve Python, Django, and backend system design
  • The interview process will include a technical evaluation with emphasis on backend fundamentals and data modeling

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan. System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. #M1 #LI-CS1

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