Entry Level Python Api Developer Jobs in Ashburn, VA

Freedom Technology Solutions Group is looking for an Applications Developer/ Software Engineer to add to our team based out of Virginia! This work is new and requires experience or familiarity with the following skillsets: Agile Program & Scrum Leadership, Cloud Infrastructure & DevOps, Full Stack & Web Application Development, UI/UX & Accessibility, API & Microservices Engineering, System Architecture & Microservices, Data Engineering & ETL Pipelines, Database Design & Optimization, Search, Discovery & Knowledge Management, Visualization & Dashboarding, Cybersecurity, Accreditation & Risk Mitigation, AI/ML & Natural Language Processing, Geospatial & Mobile Development, Technical Communication & Documentation.

Required Skills:

• Lead multi-disciplinary Agile teams through sprint planning, backlog grooming, and daily scrums using Jira
• Translate customer requirements into MVIs, features, and user stories within a Lean Agile framework
• Monitor concurrent high-visibility projects, manage risks, and deliver on schedule and within budget
• Coordinate across security, operations, and testing teams to ensure smooth delivery and accreditation
• Work in Agile/Scrum environments using JIRA, Confluence, and Git for sprint planning and backlog management
• Translate business requirements into user stories and technical tasks
• Coordinate across teams to manage releases, documentation, and stakeholder communications
• Provide surge support and participate in daily stand-ups, code reviews, and retrospectives
• Design and deploy scalable cloud infrastructure using AWS, Azure, GCP, and container orchestration tools like Docker and Kubernetes
• Deploy and manage applications using EC2, S3, Lambda, EKS, RDS, CloudWatch, Route53, and API Gateway
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, Git, GitHub, GitLab, Nexus, and automation tools like Terraform and Ansible
• Implement DevSecOps practices including infrastructure-as-code, vulnerability scanning, and multi-tenant support
• Migrate legacy applications to cloud environments and optimize for scalability and security
• Monitor cloud infrastructure and implement proactive security and performance measures
• Use cloud-native scripting and provisioning tools for automation across Linux and Windows environments
• Develop responsive web applications using Angular, React, Vue.js, HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript
• Build backend services using Java, Python, Spring Boot, Node.js, Express, Ruby on Rails, and Golang
• Design and maintain applications using MVC architecture and modern design patterns
• Maintain legacy codebases while implementing modern enhancements and refactoring for performance
• Support application development across web, mobile, and cloud platforms
• Design and implement UI/UX wireframes, mockups, and accessibility-compliant interfaces
• Support legacy system modernization and transition to cloud-native platforms
• Build responsive user interfaces using React, MaterialUI, Bootstrap, Greensock, and Kendo UI
• Ensure Section 508 and WCAG 2.1 compliance using ARIA, JAWS, NVDA, and WAVE tools
• Create wireframes, storyboards, and design templates for reusable components
• Collaborate with designers to translate UX concepts into pixel-perfect interfaces
• Design and develop RESTful APIs using Java, Spring Boot, Node.js, and Python
• Integrate middleware services for data exchange and system interoperability
• Develop secure and scalable backend services for data ingestion and processing
• Maintain and document API endpoints for internal and external consumers
• Integrate services using publish/subscribe, service buses, and message queues
• Design scalable, distributed systems using microservices, event-driven, and containerized architectures
• Implement backend services with fault tolerance, redundancy, and high availability
• Refactor legacy applications into modular, cloud-native components
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align architecture with mission needs
• Build and manage ETL pipelines using Spark, NiFi, PySpark, PL/SQL, Python, Bash, Bonobo, and CRON
• Design data models and transform JSON/XML formats into query-friendly structures
• Perform data ingestion, cleansing, and transformation across structured and unstructured formats
• Integrate data sources into operational data stores and analytics platforms
• Automate data flows and monitor ingestion health using enterprise tools
• Conduct data quality analysis and develop documentation for ingestion workflows
• Design and maintain relational and NoSQL databases including PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle, Aurora, MongoDB, and DynamoDB
• Write and optimize PL/SQL scripts, stored procedures, and complex queries
• Administer Elasticsearch clusters and support search indexing for large datasets
• Model data objects across document and relational systems for scalable integration
• Develop federated search services and tagging tools to enable enterprise-wide data discovery
• Integrate Solr, Elastic, and recommendation engines to surface relevant content across structured and unstructured datasets
• Build and maintain content-based filtering systems and alerting services for real-time insights
• Support knowledge management workflows including foldering, curation, and metadata tagging
• Build and maintain dashboards using Tableau, Tableau Prep, Elasticsearch, and custom visualization tools
• Administer Tableau Server and manage licenses, cost recovery, and user support
• Develop metrics systems and self-service portals for usage tracking and reporting
• Support data-driven decision-making through visual analytics and stakeholder engagement
• Lead system accreditation efforts using ICD-503 and manage ATO lifecycle
• Implement secure system architectures with certificate management, POAM tracking, and FISMA controls
• Conduct technical risk assessments and provide mitigation guidance for enterprise systems
• Implement RMF and A&A processes using tools like XACTA and Nessus
• Secure applications through encryption, access control, and vulnerability remediation
• Analyze network configurations and procurement processes for compliance and security
• Support vulnerability mitigation and secure deployment across hybrid environments
• Integrate AI/ML capabilities including deepfake detection, recommendation engines, and NLP pipelines
• Support Named Entity Recognition (NER) using SpaCy and regular expressions
• Develop solutions for document classification and predictive analytics using Sponsor-specific tools
• Evaluate and deploy COTS AI/ML platforms into mission workflows
• Develop Android/iOS mobile apps using React Native, Electron, and secure mobile frameworks
• Serve as SME for mobile OS security, hardware integration, and geospatial data workflows
• Integrate GIS tools with enterprise systems and support cross-platform deployment
• Collaborate with vendors and stakeholders to align mobile capabilities with mission needs
• Create PMR slides, sprint reports, and stakeholder briefings to communicate technical progress
• Translate complex technical concepts into accessible language for diverse audiences
• Document system architectures, security plans, implementation guides, and operational procedures
• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• An active security clearance with a polygraph