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# Python Software Engineer

- **Company:** GCR Professional Services
- **Location:** Cambridge, MA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Temporary to permanent
- **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, Adobe InDesign, Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Software Applications, Microsoft Azure, Code Review, Relational Databases, DevOps, Python (Programming Language), Pair Programming, Scrum Methodology, Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Engineering, Scripting, Google Cloud, Cloud Platform System, Apache Spark, Git, SC Clearance, Containerization, Pyspark, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Software Version Control, Docker, Microservices
- **Published:** November 3, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/python-software-engineer-cambridge-ma--6a3245e5-ed31-4e8d-8a46-6d9f91f2548b

## About the Role

Software Engineering, Python Programming/Scripting Language, United States Citizen, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Secret Clearance, Top Secret Clearance, Ecosystems, Software Development, Scalable System Development, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Position has the ability to transition from contract to direct at the client and candiates request

You may sit in Cambridge, MA, Arlington, VA, Seattle, WA
These positions are onsite or hybrid requiring 3+ days/week in office

You must be a US Citizen and be able to hold and Active Secret/Top Secret/ TS/SCI

Our Client is a specially selected team of scientists, engineers, and software developers who use asymmetric and unconventional approaches to deploy practical solutions that solve difficult multi-disciplinary problems faced by the US National Security Ecosystem., * US citizenship and the ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance (Secret, Top Secret, or TS/SCI)

 * Expertise in Python
 * Strong understanding of relational databases and version control systems (e.g., Git)
 * Experience with Docker, Docker-compose, or Kubernetes
 * Familiarity with Agile development methodologies (Scrum or Kanban) and microservice architecture
 * Strong communication skills and self-motivation
 * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field (or significant professional experience)
 * 5+ years of software development experience
 * Willingness to travel up to 25%, * Experience with cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
 * Knowledge of Spark or PySpark
 * Background in mathematics or computer science
 * Experience with DevOps tools and practices
 * Familiarity with containerization technologies
 * Experience or desire to lead technical teams

## Description

* Design and develop scalable, efficient, and reliable software applications using Python
 * Participate in design reviews, code reviews, and pair programming to ensure high-quality code and knowledge sharing
 * Stay up-to-date with the latest software engineering trends, tools, and technologies
 * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software products, ensuring seamless integration and deployment
 * Contribute to the development of new codebases that emphasize object-orientation, modularity, and maintainability