Job Description

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

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