Experience with software languages C, C#, C++, Python * Experience with SW integration * Effective verbal and written communication Preferred Qualifications: * Advanced degree in Engineering or ...
Experience with software languages C, C#, C++, Python * Experience with SW integration * Effective verbal and written communication Preferred Qualifications: * Advanced degree in Engineering or ...
Senior Principal Test Design Software Engineer
Waynesboro, VA · On-site
$120.70K - $166.40K/yr
Experience with software languages C, C#, C++, Python * Experience with SW integration * Effective verbal and written communication Preferred Qualifications: * Advanced degree in Engineering or ...
Senior Principal Test Design Software Engineer
Waynesboro, VA · On-site
$120.70K - $166.40K/yr
Experience with software languages C, C#, C++, Python * Experience with SW integration * Effective verbal and written communication Preferred Qualifications: * Advanced degree in Engineering or ...
Senior Principal Test Design Software Engineer
Waynesboro, VA · On-site
$120.70K - $166.40K/yr
Experience with software languages C, C#, C++, Python * Experience with SW integration * Effective verbal and written communication Preferred Qualifications: * Advanced degree in Engineering or ...
Senior Principal Test Design Software Engineer
Waynesboro, VA · On-site
$120.70K - $166.40K/yr
Experience with software languages C, C#, C++, Python * Experience with SW integration * Effective verbal and written communication Preferred Qualifications: * Advanced degree in Engineering or ...
Experience with software languages C, C#, C++, Python * Experience with SW integration * Effective verbal and written communication Preferred Qualifications: * Advanced degree in Engineering or ...
Experience with software languages C, C#, C++, Python * Experience with SW integration * Effective verbal and written communication Preferred Qualifications: * Advanced degree in Engineering or ...
Cloud Software Engineer
Charlottesville, VA · On-site
$100.90K - $176.60K/yr
Assisting a Senior Technical Officer develop, install, and manage new software in support of ... Experience coding in NodeJS, Java, Python, React * Experience working with SQL, GIT, automated ...
Cloud Software Engineer
Charlottesville, VA · On-site
$100.90K - $176.60K/yr
Assisting a Senior Technical Officer develop, install, and manage new software in support of ... Experience coding in NodeJS, Java, Python, React * Experience working with SQL, GIT, automated ...
Cloud Software Engineer
$100.90K - $176.60K/yr
Assisting a Senior Technical Officer develop, install, and manage new software in support of ... Experience coding in NodeJS, Java, Python, React * Experience working with SQL, GIT, automated ...
Cloud Software Engineer
$100.90K - $176.60K/yr
Assisting a Senior Technical Officer develop, install, and manage new software in support of ... Experience coding in NodeJS, Java, Python, React * Experience working with SQL, GIT, automated ...
Model-Based Systems Engineer (MBSE) - Ground Systems
Charlottesville, VA · On-site
$98.50K - $206.80K/yr
... • Senior level: Master of Science degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, or ... Desired: • Scripting skills (JavaScript, Python) for Cameo automation. • Basic knowledge of C ...
Model-Based Systems Engineer (MBSE) - Ground Systems
Charlottesville, VA · On-site
$98.50K - $206.80K/yr
... • Senior level: Master of Science degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, or ... Desired: • Scripting skills (JavaScript, Python) for Cameo automation. • Basic knowledge of C ...
As a Machine Learning Engineer, you will have the opportunity to collaborate closely with senior ... Have strong programming skills in Python and fluency in data manipulation (SQL, Pandas) and Machine ...
As a Machine Learning Engineer, you will have the opportunity to collaborate closely with senior ... Have strong programming skills in Python and fluency in data manipulation (SQL, Pandas) and Machine ...
Model-Based Systems Engineer (MBSE) - Ground Systems with Security Clearance
$98.50K - $206.80K/yr
... • Senior level: Master of Science degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, or ... Desired: • Scripting skills (JavaScript, Python) for Cameo automation. • Basic knowledge of C ...
Model-Based Systems Engineer (MBSE) - Ground Systems with Security Clearance
$98.50K - $206.80K/yr
... • Senior level: Master of Science degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, or ... Desired: • Scripting skills (JavaScript, Python) for Cameo automation. • Basic knowledge of C ...
Model-Based Systems Engineer (MBSE) - Ground Systems with Security Clearance
$98.50K - $206.80K/yr
... • Senior level: Master of Science degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, or ... Desired: • Scripting skills (JavaScript, Python) for Cameo automation. • Basic knowledge of C ...
Model-Based Systems Engineer (MBSE) - Ground Systems with Security Clearance
$98.50K - $206.80K/yr
... • Senior level: Master of Science degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, or ... Desired: • Scripting skills (JavaScript, Python) for Cameo automation. • Basic knowledge of C ...
Strong programming ability in Python * Self-teaching and mastering unfamiliar topics. * Successful background check. Preferred Requirements: * Master's degree and five (5) or more years of experience ...
Strong programming ability in Python * Self-teaching and mastering unfamiliar topics. * Successful background check. Preferred Requirements: * Master's degree and five (5) or more years of experience ...
Cloud Software Engineer with Security Clearance
$100.90K - $176.60K/yr
Assisting a Senior Technical Officer develop, install, and manage new software in support of ... Experience coding in NodeJS, Java, Python, React * Experience working with SQL, GIT, automated ...
Cloud Software Engineer with Security Clearance
$100.90K - $176.60K/yr
Assisting a Senior Technical Officer develop, install, and manage new software in support of ... Experience coding in NodeJS, Java, Python, React * Experience working with SQL, GIT, automated ...
Strong programming ability in Python * Self-teaching and mastering unfamiliar topics. * Successful background check. Preferred Requirements: * Master's degree and five (5) or more years of experience ...
Strong programming ability in Python * Self-teaching and mastering unfamiliar topics. * Successful background check. Preferred Requirements: * Master's degree and five (5) or more years of experience ...
... and Python scripting. - Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires ... senior internal and external personnel in own area of expertise. - A seasoned, experienced ...
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... a senior scholar, and allows the appointee to publish the results of his/her research or ... Python (this requirement could be changed from proficiency to familiarity if the suite of ...
... a senior scholar, and allows the appointee to publish the results of his/her research or ... Python (this requirement could be changed from proficiency to familiarity if the suite of ...
... a senior scholar, and allows the appointee to publish the results of his/her research or ... Experience in R and Python, with additional experience in downstream pipeline analysis and ...
... a senior scholar, and allows the appointee to publish the results of his/her research or ... Experience in R and Python, with additional experience in downstream pipeline analysis and ...
Provide forecasting, reporting, and analytical support to senior management for strategic planning ... Minimum of 1 year experience using SQL or other applicable programming language (Python/VBA/C++/etc)
Provide forecasting, reporting, and analytical support to senior management for strategic planning ... Minimum of 1 year experience using SQL or other applicable programming language (Python/VBA/C++/etc)
Bioinformaticist
Charlottesville, VA · On-site
$99K - $225K/yr
Experience in bioinformatics, data engineering, or biological data pipeline development ... Python and R * Experience with next-generation sequencing (NGS), omics data analysis, and open ...
Bioinformaticist
Charlottesville, VA · On-site
$99K - $225K/yr
Experience in bioinformatics, data engineering, or biological data pipeline development ... Python and R * Experience with next-generation sequencing (NGS), omics data analysis, and open ...
Bioinformaticist
Charlottesville, VA · On-site
$99K - $225K/yr
Experience in bioinformatics, data engineering, or biological data pipeline development ... Python and R * Experience with next-generation sequencing (NGS), omics data analysis, and open ...
Bioinformaticist
Charlottesville, VA · On-site
$99K - $225K/yr
Experience in bioinformatics, data engineering, or biological data pipeline development ... Python and R * Experience with next-generation sequencing (NGS), omics data analysis, and open ...
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| Required Experience | Typically 5+ years, with leadership and complex project experience | Usually 1-3 years, focusing on core Python skills |
| Responsibilities | Designing architecture, mentoring, handling complex systems | Writing code, debugging, implementing features |
| Certifications | Optional but beneficial (e.g., Python certifications, cloud certs) | Often not required |
| Work Environment | Collaborative teams, project planning, code reviews | Development-focused, task-oriented |
The main difference between a Senior Python Developer and a Python Developer lies in experience, responsibilities, and leadership. Senior developers handle complex projects, mentor others, and often participate in architecture decisions, while Python Developers focus on coding and feature implementation. Both roles are essential in tech companies, but the senior role requires more experience and broader skills.

Full-time
Medical, Life, PTO
Posted 12 days ago
Northrop Grumman rating
8.1
Based on 336 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
104th of 511 rated manufacturers
Job description
At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We're looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we'll support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you'll have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.
We are looking for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work and we have an insatiable drive to accomplish what's considered impossible. Our employees have made significant historical contributions and are shaping the future.
Join a design community that addresses unique design challenges which require the combined talents of multiple engineering disciplines including Hardware, Firmware, Software, Mechanical Design, Systems Engineering and Program Management.
This position is based out of Waynesboro VA and will be 100% on-site
Roles and Responsibilities:
Design creative and flexible HW/SW solutions with a motivated team of experts
SW Design Examples:
Real Time, Pre and Post Processing Data Analytics
UI/UX Design
Instrument Drivers and Utilities
Process Automation
Firmware Design for simulation and control
SW/HW integration
Requirements verification
Actively support the investigation, resolution and documentation of product anomalies
Understanding Design to Cost
This position is contingent upon the ability to obtain/maintain an active
U.S. Government Secret Clearance and the ability to obtain Special Program Access.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree with 14 years of experience, master's degree with 12 years of experience or Ph.D. with 10 years of experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or related technical fields; an additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
U.S Citizenship is required.
Ability to obtain/maintain an active U.S. Government Secret Clearance
Ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP).
Experience with SDLC
Experience working in an Agile Environment
Experience with software languages C, C#, C++, Python
Experience with SW integration
Effective verbal and written communication
Preferred Qualifications:
Advanced degree in Engineering or related STEM discipline
Experience with hands-on troubleshooting
Experience with PLC/HMI Software (e.g., RS View, RS Logix 5000).
Experience with Hardware Driver Development
Experience with FPGA programming
Firmware design experience a plus
Experience with RTOS
Experience with LabWindows CVI, or AMAX a huge plus
Technical Lead experience
Active Secret clearance
Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.
Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!
Northrop Grumman has approximately 90,000 employees in all 50 states and in more than 27 countries. We strive to attract and retain the best employees by providing an inclusive work environment wherein employees are receptive to diverse ideas, perspectives, and talents to help solve our toughest customer challenges: to develop and maintain some of the most technically sophisticated products, programs, and services in the world.
Our Values. The women and men of Northrop Grumman Corporation are guided by Our Values. They describe our company as we want it to be. We want our decisions and actions to demonstrate these Values. We believe that putting Our Values into practice creates long-term benefits for shareholders, customers, employees, suppliers, and the communities we serve.
Our Responsibility. At Northrop Grumman, we are committed to maintaining the highest of ethical standards, embracing diversity and inclusion, protecting the environment, and striving to be an ideal corporate citizen in the community and in the world.
Primary Level Salary Range: $166,500.00 - $249,700.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.What Northrop Grumman employees say
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At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible.
Industry
Space research administration
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Falls Church, VA, US
Year founded
1939