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.