Python Developer with Security Clearance

Mid-level Python Developer (GUI + Backend Focus) Location: On-Site – Hill Air Force Base, Utah Employment Type: Full-Time, W-2 Only Clearance Requirement: U.S. Citizen, Must Be Eligible for DoD Security Clearance Salary Range: $90,000 – $100,000 We are seeking a mid-level Python Developer to support software systems at Hill AFB, Utah. This is a full-time, on-site W-2 position. The ideal candidate will have strong experience building modern Python applications — both graphical user interfaces and backend logic — and will also bring some proficiency in JavaScript (React/Node), Docker, and cloud-based deployment workflows. Key Responsibilities  Design and implement robust Python-based GUIs using modern frameworks (e.g., PyQt, Tkinter, wxPython, or similar)  Develop and maintain Python backend services (data processing, API layers, job orchestration)  Package and deploy Python applications using tools like pip, wheel, setuptools, pyproject.toml, etc.  Containerize and manage applications using Docker  Contribute to application architecture, deployment pipelines, and configuration management  Assist in maintaining and improving JavaScript-based frontends and APIs (React, Node.js)  Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to support high-assurance software solutions Required Qualifications  5+ years of professional experience in Python application development  Experience with Python-based GUI frameworks (PyQt, Tkinter, wxPython, or similar)  Strong knowledge of Python backend frameworks (Flask, FastAPI, Django, or equivalent)  Experience with Python packaging, virtual environments, and dependency management  Familiarity with Docker and containerized development/deployment  Working knowledge of JavaScript, React, and Node.js (secondary to Python)  Proficient in Git and modern software development workflows  U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain a DoD security clearance Preferred / Bonus Skills  Experience with AWS cloud deployments (e.g., EC2, S3, Lambda, ECR, RDS, etc.)  Familiarity with PostgreSQL development and data modeling  CI/CD experience using tools like GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins, etc.  Exposure to DevSecOps and infrastructure-as-code  Prior experience working in DoD, defense, or classified environments