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Applications Programmer

College Park, MD, US • Posted 1 day ago • Updated 56 minutes ago

Full Time

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Job Details

Skills

Attention To Detail
Development Testing
Web Applications
RESTful
Data Processing
Collaboration
Functional Requirements
Specification Gathering
System Testing
Sprint
UPS
Project Management
Change Control
Service Delivery
Software Development
Relational Databases
PostgreSQL
MySQL
Writing
SQL
Version Control
Management
Git
JIRA
Object-Oriented Programming
Analytical Skill
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Agile
Python
Flask
Django
Machine Learning (ML)
Pandas
NumPy
scikit-learn
TensorFlow
PyTorch
Scripting
Workflow
Cloud Computing
Amazon Web Services
Microsoft Azure
Google Cloud Platform
Google Cloud
Microservices
Docker
Continuous Delivery
GitHub
GitLab
Continuous Integration
Jenkins
API
Authentication
OAuth
JavaScript
React.js
AngularJS
Artificial Intelligence
Software Modernization

Summary

Job Description
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Applications Programmer to support the design, development, testing, and maintenance of modern web applications and APIs. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Python development, RESTful services, relational databases, and Agile methodologies. This role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into scalable, secure, and high-quality technical solutions.

The position may require flexibility to work outside standard business hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Key Responsibilities

Assist in the design, development, testing, and maintenance of web applications and APIs using Python and modern development frameworks.
Develop and support RESTful APIs and backend services.
Contribute to data processing solutions, automation scripting, and AI-assisted workflows.
Collaborate with senior developers and business analysts to translate functional requirements into technical specifications.
Write clean, maintainable, secure, and well-documented code following established coding standards.
Develop and execute unit tests; support integration and system testing efforts.
Participate in code reviews and Agile ceremonies (e.g., sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives).
Troubleshoot and resolve application issues in development and test environments.
Adhere to established security standards, project management practices, change control procedures, and service delivery processes.

Requirements
Minimum Qualifications

Minimum of three (3) years of professional experience in software development (internships may count toward experience).
Experience with Python programming.
Experience developing or consuming REST APIs.
Good understanding of relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, or similar) and writing SQL queries.
Familiarity with version control and work management tools such as Git and JIRA.
Strong understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP) principles.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative Agile team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum of two (2) years of experience with Python frameworks such as FastAPI, Flask, or Django.
Exposure to AI/ML libraries such as Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, or PyTorch.
Experience integrating AI APIs (e.g., OpenAI, AWS AI services, Azure AI).
Experience with automation scripting or workflow automation tools.
Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
Experience building or consuming microservices.
Experience working with containerization tools such as Docker.
Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or Jenkins.
Basic knowledge of API security and authentication mechanisms (OAuth2, JWT).
Exposure to front-end technologies such as JavaScript, React, or Angular.
Experience working on data-driven or public-facing applications.
Strong interest in AI-enabled application modernization initiatives.

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.

Dice Id: 10117622
Position Id: 5bfcf6459d598d6cd44d811df60c3455
Posted 1 day ago

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