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Aivra Health LLC

$80K - $105K/yr

Junior Python Developer United States Full-Time Pay Range: $80,000 - $105,000 per year Visa: H1B ... Basic knowledge of Message Queues (Kafka/RabbitMQ preferred) Cloud & DevOps * AWS (EC2, S3, RDS)

Govcio LLC

Junior Systems Engineer

Kearneysville, WV · On-site

$80K - $97K/yr

... and Apache Kafka to reduce information silos, consolidate data, and ensure data is accessible ... Basic, junior-level understanding of system engineering processes, requirements analysis ...

Govcio LLC

Junior Systems Engineer

Kearneysville, WV · Hybrid

$80K - $97K/yr

... and Apache Kafka to reduce information silos, consolidate data, and ensure data is accessible ... Basic, junior-level understanding of system engineering processes, requirements analysis ...

Lorven Technologies

Junior Java Engineer - Remote

This is an ideal opportunity for a recent graduate or an early-career developer to work on systems ... g., Kafka), or cloud services (e.g., AWS). • Familiarity with basic data analytics or rules ...

KaashTech LLC

Jr. AI Engineer

Dallas, TX

Jr. AI Engineer Inperson Interview Final round Introduction As a Jr. AI Engineer on the Agentic ... Experience with event-driven architectures (Kafka, EventBridge) * Knowledge of vector databases and ...

CGI Inc.

Junior Software Developer

Lafayette, LA · On-site

$64K - $83K/yr

Junior Software Developer Category: Software Development/ Engineering Main location: United States ... Kafka - Web Server - Apache, Application Server - Jboss EAP - Open Source Frameworks - various ...

CGI Inc.

Jr. SW Developer

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$68K - $88K/yr

Jr. SW Developer Category: Software Development/ Engineering Main location: United States, Virginia ... SQS/SNS, Kafka (exposure) • Code Management: Git, GitHub, pull request workflows • ...

Visionist, Inc.

Junior Software Engineer

Columbia, MD · On-site

They are seeking a Junior Software Engineer to develop integrations and tools using AI models and ... Kafka for stream processing and Elasticsearch for indexing and search • Maintain, monitor, and ...

Brilliant Infotech, Inc.

AWS DevOps Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$56.75 - $77.50/hr

Provide mentorship and technical leadership to junior engineers on Kafka and related technologies Drive adoption of best practices for Kafka configuration monitoring and security. Work closely with ...

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for junior kafka developer in the United States is $88,976.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,000.00 and $87,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Junior Kafka Developer vs Kafka Engineer?

AspectJunior Kafka DeveloperKafka Engineer
Required CredentialsBasic programming skills, entry-level Kafka knowledge, often a bachelor's degree in CS or related fieldAdvanced Kafka knowledge, certifications like Confluent Certified Developer, more experience in Kafka architecture
Work EnvironmentSupportive team, development-focused tasks, learning phaseDesigning, deploying, and maintaining Kafka infrastructure, more independent work
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, startups, data-driven organizationsLarge enterprises, data engineering teams, cloud service providers

The main difference between a Junior Kafka Developer and a Kafka Engineer lies in experience and responsibilities. Junior Kafka Developers focus on learning and supporting Kafka-related tasks, while Kafka Engineers handle complex architecture, deployment, and optimization. Both roles require Kafka knowledge, but the level of expertise and scope of work vary significantly.

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Junior Python Developer

Aivra Health LLC

$80K - $105K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago

Job description

Junior Python Developer

United States
Full-Time
Pay Range: $80,000 – $105,000 per year 
Visa: H1B Sponsorship Available | STEM OPT & OPT Candidates Welcome

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Python Developer to join our engineering team. This role is ideal for entry level candidates or early-career professionals looking to build scalable backend systems, develop APIs, and work on cloud-based applications.

You will collaborate with senior developers, DevOps engineers, and product teams to design, develop, test, and deploy high-quality software solutions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain backend applications using Python

  • Build and consume RESTful APIs

  • Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code

  • Assist in database design and SQL query optimization

  • Debug and troubleshoot application issues

  • Participate in code reviews and Agile/Scrum ceremonies

  • Support CI/CD deployment processes

  • Contribute to microservices-based architecture

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or related STEM field

  • 0–2 years of experience (internship or academic projects acceptable)

  • Strong understanding of Data Structures and Algorithms

  • Knowledge of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)

  • Basic understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

Technical Skills (ATS Keywords)Programming & Core

  • Python

  • OOP

  • Data Structures

  • Algorithms

  • Scripting & Automation

Python Frameworks

  • Django

  • Flask

  • FastAPI

  • RESTful API development

Databases

  • PostgreSQL

  • MySQL

  • MongoDB

  • SQLite

  • SQL

Backend & Architecture

  • Microservices Architecture

  • REST APIs

  • JSON

  • API Integration

  • Basic knowledge of Message Queues (Kafka/RabbitMQ preferred)

Cloud & DevOps

  • AWS (EC2, S3, RDS)

  • Microsoft Azure

  • Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform)

  • Docker (basic knowledge)

  • Git

  • CI/CD pipelines

  • Linux/Unix

Testing & Tools

  • PyTest

  • Unit Testing

  • GitHub

  • JIRA

  • Agile/Scrum

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior internship or project experience using Python

  • Experience building APIs or backend services

  • Exposure to cloud deployment

  • Knowledge of containerization (Docker)

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

  • Good communication and teamwork abilities

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive salary: $80,000 – $105,000 annually

  • Performance-based bonuses

  • Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

  • 401(k) with company match

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)

  • H1B transfer & new sponsorship support

  • STEM OPT extension support

  • Career growth opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including international professionals requiring H1B sponsorship or STEM OPT support.

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