Python Developer

Aretum is a mission-driven organization committed to delivering innovative, technology-enabled solutions to our customers across defense, civilian, and homeland security sectors. Our teams work at the intersection of strategy, technology, and transformation, helping agencies solve their most critical challenges. We believe in investing in our people and creating a culture where collaboration, inclusion, and professional growth are at the forefront. 
 
Join us to be part of meaningful work that drives national impact and grow your career alongside exceptional peers. 

Job Summary 

As a Python Developer at Aretum, you will contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of Python-based applications and systems.  

Due to the nature of our work as a federal consulting organization, employees may be expected to handle Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and must adhere to applicable safeguarding and compliance requirements. Additionally, all team members may be called upon to support proposal efforts as needed. This could include resume formatting, providing skills alignment summaries, participating in meetings, or contributing to solutioning activities based on subject matter expertise or functional experience. 

Responsibilities 

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable and efficient data pipelines  

• Implement ETL/ELT processes to collect, transform, and load data from various sources into data warehouses and data lakes.  

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable, robust, and high-performance applications using Python  

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze requirements and translate them into technical specifications  

• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following best practices and coding standards.  

• Conduct thorough testing and debugging of applications to ensure functionality and performance  

• Participate in code reviews, providing and receiving constructive feedback to maintain code quality  

• Collaborate with the client data team and analysts to understand data needs and deliver solutions  

• Stay updated with the latest industry trends, tools, and technologies in data engineering and Python development.  

• 3+ years of solid Python and Django development experience
• Experience with ETL processes to ingest, transform and save content obtained from multiple data sources
• Experience with data workflows and data pipelines
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience with JSON-based APIs
• Experience with Microservices
• Experience with JavaScript and JQuery
• Experience with Enterprise Search engines, such as Solr or Elasticsearch
• Experience with developing and deploying to the AWS Cloud
• A minimum of 2 years' experience working with Agile or SCRUM methodologies
• Familiarity with CI/CD environments with at least 1 year of working experience
• Experience with code repository technologies such as Git
• Ability to work with technical staff to understand and develop new web applications, resolve customer complaints with web applications, and respond to suggestions for software modifications or enhancements
• Ability to participate in the development of software documentation such as version description document and user manuals

Work Environment & Physical Requirements 

• This is a remote/work-from-home position. The employee is expected to maintain a professional and distraction-free home office environment with reliable internet access and the ability to participate in video and audio calls during standard working hours. Standard office equipment such as a computer, phone, and webcam will be used regularly.  

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:  
• Prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer.  
• Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate computer and telephone equipment.  

• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally (e.g., moving equipment).  

• Ability to participate in virtual meetings and communicate clearly via video/audio platforms.  

Travel Requirement 

This is a remote position; however, occasional travel may be required based on project needs, client meetings, team collaboration events, or training sessions. Travel is expected to be less than 10% and will be communicated in advance whenever possible.  

EEO & Pay Transparency Statement 

Aretum is committed to fostering a workplace rooted in excellence, integrity, and equal opportunity for all. We adhere to merit-based hiring practices, ensuring that all employment decisions are made based on qualifications, skills, and ability to perform the job, without preference or consideration of factors unrelated to job performance. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Aretum complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. 

We are proud to support our nation’s veterans and military families, providing career opportunities that honor their service and experience. 

If you require a reasonable accommodation during the hiring process due to a disability, please contact our Talent Acquisition team for assistance. 
 
In compliance with Executive Order 13665, Aretum will not discharge or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing their own pay or that of another employee or applicant. 

U.S. Work Authorization  

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. This position does not offer sponsorship.  

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) 

• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) 

• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) 

• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) 

• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity) 

• Short Term & Long-Term Disability 

• Training & Development