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Woodbridge, NJ ยท Hybrid

$58 - $63/hr

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How much do hourly python contractor jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for hourly python contractor in the United States is $58.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48.32 and $66.59 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Hourly Python Contractor vs Python Developer?

AspectHourly Python ContractorPython Developer
CredentialsTypically no formal certification required, but experience and portfolio matterOften holds a degree in computer science or related field, certifications like PCEP or PCAP are common
Work EnvironmentFreelance, project-based, remote or on-siteFull-time or part-time employment, usually in an office or remote
Employer UsageHired for specific projects or short-term tasksPart of a company's development team, involved in ongoing projects
Search & Comparison IntentLooking for flexible, short-term Python workSeeking full-time or long-term Python development roles

Hourly Python Contractors are typically freelancers hired for specific projects without formal employment, while Python Developers are usually employed full-time within organizations. Both roles require Python skills, but their work arrangements and commitments differ significantly.

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Enterprise - Data Science Software Engineer - Python, ML, AI

Enterprise - Data Science Software Engineer - Python, ML, AI

Erias Ventures, LLC

Laurel, MD โ€ข On-site

$113K - $136K/yr

Other

Medical, Life

Posted 15 days ago


Job description

Erias Ventures was founded to serve its customers with an entrepreneurial mindset. We valuecreative problem-solving,open communication, andempowering our employeesto make decisions and put forth new ideas.
Our staff includes technical experts working across multiple disciplines, bringing diverse perspectives to every project. We are seeking engineers who wish to grow their careers and want to become part of atechnicallystrongandgrowth-orientedcompany focused on bringinginnovative solutionsto the difficult mission problems facing our customers.
Description
We are seeking a Software Engineer who shall develop, enhance, and prototype compliance and business processing analytics and tools. Develop new methods for automating compliance functions and improve existing methods. Contractor will investigate, integrate, and test compliance modernization Machine Learning/AI algorithms and research proof-of-concepts in the RD environment. Contractor will develop models and implement appropriate metrics and monitoring of developed tools, functions, and data flows.
Clearance
A current Top-Secret/SCIwith polygraph security clearance (within 7 years) is required. Candidates cannot be sponsored or nominated for a government security clearance under this position.
Experience
Twenty (20) years experience as a SWE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Four (4) years of additional SWE experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.
Required skills:
  • Experience with Java, Scala, and Python
  • Experience with Lucene, JEXL, SQL, JSON
  • Random Forest and ability to do feature development for Random Forest
  • Experience with Machine Learning Model building and monitoring
  • Experience developing in a Linux operating environment
  • Experience with Ghostmachine (Map/Reduce)
  • Experience with GM Learn
  • Experience with Jupyter Notebooks
  • Experience with IntelliJ and/or Eclipse
  • Experience with Git/Gitlab and/or Stash/Bitbucket
  • Experience with Jira
  • Experience with Confluence
  • Experience with Scikit-learn
  • Agency Compliance standards, policies, and authorities
  • Experience with Agency corporate systems
  • Experience with documentation and reviewing documentation
Desired skills:
  • Data Science skills/background
  • Experience with AWS
  • Experience implementing ML systems
  • Experience with Spark
  • Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA)
  • Agentic AI
  • Large Language Models (LLM)
  • Machine Learning Feature Development
  • Other Machine Learning models and techniques
Benefits
Erias Ventures provides a complete package of wealth, health, and happiness benefits. The expected salary range for this position, depending on education and years of experience is $250,000 - $280,000.
Wealth Benefits:
  • Above Market Hourly Pay
  • 11% RothorTraditional 401kwith Immediate Vesting and Deposit
  • Spot Bonusesfor Assisting with Business Development and Company Growth
  • Professional Development Bonusesfor Certificates and Degrees
Health Benefits:
  • Company subsidizedMedicalCoverage
  • 100%Company PaidVisionandDentalCoverage
  • 100%Company PaidLong Term Disability,Short Term Disability, andGroup Life Insurance
  • MonthlyWellness Reimbursement
Happiness Benefits:
  • Paid Time OffwithFlexible WorkSchedules andBirthday Off
  • Amazon Prime MembershipandMonthlyInternetReimbursement
  • TechnologyandProductivity Allowancefor Equipment and Supplies
  • Morale BuildingandCompany Eventsto Celebrate our Successes and Build our Community
  • Onboarding and AnnualSwag
  • Company Paid Professional DevelopmentandTraining
At Erias Ventures, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment based on merit, without discrimination. We welcome individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Referrals &Inquiries
Do you know a cleared professional seeking to advance their career? Interested in earning some extra cash? If so, refer them to us with their name and contact details, and you could be eligible for a referral bonus of up to$10,000for each successful hire.
Not seeing the right position right now? Reach out to us, and we'll notify you as new contracts and opportunities become available!
Please send referrals and inquiries to:
jobs@eriasventures.com
To learn more about our company visit ourwebpageorLinkedIn.