> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3144515-python-api-developer-swe-ii](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3144515-python-api-developer-swe-ii). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Python API Developer - SWE II - **Company:** Quevera LLC - **Location:** Annapolis Junction, MD, United States - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Amazon S3, Application Integration Architecture, Application Performance Management, Django Web Framework, Identity and Access Management, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Performance Tuning, Flask (Web Framework), Fastapi, Information Technology, Functional Programming, Cloudwatch, Api Gateway, Devsecops - **Published:** September 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/16_b66fead610 ## About the Role * Fourteen (14) years of experience as a SWE, in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Four (4) years of additional SWE experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelor's degree. * Knowledge of Python in FastAPI, Flask, or Django REST * Strong proficiency in Python with experience in FastAPI, Flask, or Django REST * Demonstrated experience designing, building, and scaling production APIs * Hands-on experience deploying, securing, and monitoring applications in AWS * Familiarity with integrating AI/ML models into production applications or services * Strong analytical, problem-solving, and collaborative mindset ervices *Strong analytical, problem-solving, and collaborative mindset ## Description Quevera has exciting opportunities for Python API Developers to support the design and delivery of next-generation mission applications. In this role you will build scalable and secure APIs, integrate AI/ML capabilities, and deploy solutions within AWS cloud environments. We are looking for exceptional engineers comfortable operating in modern agile teams and collaborating across mission and technical stakeholders., * Design, develop, and sustain scalable, secure Python-based APIs * Integrate AI/ML models and pipelines into operational mission applications * Deploy, optimize, and monitor solutions using AWS services including Lambda, API Gateway, S3, EC2, IAM, and CloudWatch * Collaborate with cross-functional engineering, data, and DevSecOps teams to ensure seamless system and application integration * Write clean, maintainable, and testable code in alignment with Quevera engineering practices * Support troubleshooting, performance tuning, and continuous improvement within agile sprint cycles ## Related Videos - [Intro to FastAPI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/462-intro-to-fastapi) - [Devouring APIs with Python](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/355-devouring-apis-with-python) - [DevSecOps: Injecting Security into Mobile CI/CD Pipelines](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/273-devsecops-injecting-security-into-mobile-ci-cd-pipelines) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - CSS is DOOMed](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1838-wearedevelopers-live-css-is-doomed) - [Lessons learned from observing a billion API requests](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1574-lessons-learned-from-observing-a-billion-api-requests) - [Building and Deploying Multi-Agent Systems with ADK and Vertex AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1918-building-and-deploying-multi-agent-systems-with-adk-and-vertex-ai) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [The 13 Best Python Libraries for Developers in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/371-the-13-best-python-libraries-for-developers-in-2025) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [The 7 Most Popular Backend Frameworks for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/403-the-7-most-popular-backend-frameworks-for-developers) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers)