Junior Python Developer

Leidos

$69K — $125K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • US Citizenship with TS/SCI and Counter-Intelligence Polygraph clearance
  • 1-3 years of experience in Python development
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
  • Experience with Python and shell scripting
  • Familiarity with Git/GitLab and CI/CD concepts
  • Basic understanding of REST APIs and web applications
  • Experience with PostgreSQL or similar databases
  • Exposure to containerization technologies like Docker

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain Python-based backend services
  • Support troubleshooting and bug fixing in development and test environments
  • Assist with API integrations and data processing
  • Write and maintain unit and integration tests
  • Support CI/CD pipeline improvements and automation
  • Participate in Agile Scrum ceremonies
  • Collaborate with senior developers and DevOps engineers

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional growth and learning new technologies
  • Collaborative work environment with senior assistance
  • Participation in Agile methodologies
  • Engagement in relevant development projects
  • Exposure to diverse mission domains
  • Flexibility in technique and processes to innovate solutions
Full Job Description
Junior Python Developer

Minimum Requirements:
  • US Citizenship with TS/SCI and Counter-Intelligence Polygraph clearance
  • 1-3 years of experience in Python development
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
  • Experience scripting in Python and shell scripting
  • Familiarity with Git/GitLab version control and CI/CD concepts
  • Basic understanding of REST APIs and web applications
  • Familiarity with Linux environments and command line tools
  • Experience with PostgreSQL or similar databases
  • Exposure to containerization technologies such as Docker
  • Ability to troubleshoot software issues in a collaborative environment
  • Strong willingness to learn new technologies and mission domains
  • Self-starter requiring moderate supervision
  • Intelligent, proactive, and driven to achieve results


Specific Duties:
  • Develop and maintain Python-based backend services and tooling
  • Support troubleshooting and bug fixing across development and test environments
  • Assist with API integrations and data processing workflows
  • Write and maintain unit/integration tests
  • Support CI/CD pipeline improvements and automation efforts
  • Participate in Agile Scrum ceremonies and sprint activities
  • Collaborate with senior developers and DevOps engineers
  • Assist with onboarding technical documentation and user support


Original Posting:
June 2, 2026

Pay Range:
Pay Range $69,550.00 - $125,725.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

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