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Valueprosite

python developer

Washington, DC

$57 - $78.50/hr

Senior Python Developer responsibilities include participating in the entire software development ... Test and debug various Python applications * Review and refactor code * Deploy fully functional ...

Amazon

Software Development Engineer, S3

Herndon, VA · On-site

Through the use of pioneering techniques in distributed computing, developers are able to durably ... We are seeking a Software Development Engineer to join our S3 Fleet Management team. In this role ...

Amazon

Software Development Engineer, S3

Herndon, VA

Through the use of pioneering techniques in distributed computing, developers are able to durably ... We are seeking a Software Development Engineer to join our S3 Fleet Management team. In this role ...

Cornerstone Defense

Python Developer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$51.50 - $71/hr

As part of the implementation phase, the developer is expected to include automated tests as part ... Development of software components in support of various Python-based data processing applications

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As of May 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level python sdet in Washington, DC is $66.39, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54.71 and $75.43 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Python Sdet vs Entry Level QA Engineer?

AspectEntry Level Python SdetEntry Level QA Engineer
Required SkillsPython, test automation, scriptingManual testing, basic scripting, test case design
CertificationsNone required but helpful (e.g., ISTQB)None typically required
Work EnvironmentAutomation testing teams, software developmentTesting teams, quality assurance departments
Industry UsageTech, software development, e-commerceVaried industries including tech, finance, healthcare

Entry Level Python Sdet roles focus on developing automated test scripts using Python, working closely with developers to ensure software quality. Entry Level QA Engineers often perform manual testing and create test cases without extensive scripting. While both roles aim to improve product quality, Python Sdet positions require programming skills, whereas QA Engineer roles may focus more on manual testing processes.

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Software Engineer, TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph

Software Engineer, TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph

Next Step Systems

Fort George G Meade, MD • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago

Job description

Software Engineer, TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
The Software Engineer, TS/SCI designs, develops, tests, deploys, documents, maintains, and enhances complex and diverse software systems based upon documented requirements. Review and test software components for adherence to the design requirements and documents test results. Resolve software problem reports.
Responsibilities:
  • Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements.
  • Integrate existing software into new or modified systems or operating environments.
  • Develop simple data queries for existing or proposed databases or data repositories.
  • Software development using languages such as C, C++, Python, Ruby, Perl, JavaScript, etc.
  • Has experience with agile development processes.
  • Has experience with source code control systems, such as Git.
  • Design and development of relational and non-relational database applications.
  • Use of orchestration frameworks such as Spring and Kafka.
  • Familiarization with queue management systems
  • Modify existing software to adapt to new hardware or to improve its performance.
  • Java development using the Eclipse IDE (Integrated Development Environment).
  • Development of Java 2 Enterprise Edition (J2EE) applications.
  • Experience using collaboration and software development tools i.e., Atlassian.
  • Software development using continuous integration practices
  • Experience with container technologies i.e., Docker.
  • Unix shell scripting.
  • Development of event driven or data driven analytics.

Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university.
  • or
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university, plus 2 years of experience as a Software Engineer, in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
  • or
  • 4 years of experience as a Software Engineer, in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.

Required Skills:
  • Experience using the Unix command line.
  • Experience writing scripts using Bash/Python.
  • Experience developing with Java in a UNIX environment.
  • Experience with SQL technologies such as PostgreSQL.
  • Experience with Web Frameworks such as Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Security.
  • Experience with Messaging Frameworks such as RabbitMQ.
  • Experience with Angular 2+ JavaScript framework.
  • Experience with JavaScript, HTML and CSS.
  • Experience with REST API Design and Implementation.

Desired Skills:
  • Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker.
  • Experience with the Atlassian Tool Suite (JIRA, Confluence) and Git.
  • Experience with Agile principles and concepts.

Benefits include medical insurance, retirement plan, PTO, etc. Salary: 80K+ DOE. Keywords: Fort Meade MD Jobs, Software Engineer, C, C++, Python, Ruby, Perl, JavaScript, Java, J2EE, Git, Agile, Government, Software Developer, Programming, Programmer Analyst, Maryland Recruiters, IT Jobs, Maryland Recruiting
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