Python Developer

McLean Intelligent Workforce • Full-time • Hill AFB, Utah, United States • $90k - $110k / year • 16h ago

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

Position Overview

We are seeking a Mid-Level Python Developer to join our on-site team at Hill AFB. In this role, you will design and develop modern Python applications with both GUI and backend components, contribute to containerized deployments, and support frontend integrations using JavaScript technologies.

Key Responsibilities

Design and build Python-based GUIs (PyQt, Tkinter, wxPython, or similar)
Develop backend services for data processing, APIs, and orchestration
Package and deploy Python apps (pip, wheel, setuptools, pyproject.toml, etc.)
Create and manage Docker containers for deployment workflows
Contribute to application architecture, CI/CD pipelines, and config management
Support JavaScript-based frontends and APIs (React, Node.js)
Work collaboratively in a cross-functional, high-assurance software team

Required Qualifications

5+ years of professional experience with Python application development
Hands-on experience with GUI frameworks (PyQt, Tkinter, wxPython, etc.)
Proficient in Python backend frameworks (Flask, FastAPI, Django, or equivalent)
Knowledge of Python packaging and virtual environment management
Experience with Docker and containerized deployments
Familiarity with JavaScript, React, and Node.js (secondary focus)
Strong Git skills and modern development workflows
U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain a DoD Security Clearance

Preferred / Bonus Skills

AWS cloud services experience (EC2, S3, Lambda, ECR, RDS, etc.)
PostgreSQL development and data modeling
CI/CD pipeline experience (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins, etc.)
Exposure to DevSecOps and Infrastructure-as-Code practices
Prior work in DoD, defense, or classified environments

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

Do you have 5 or more years of professional experience developing applications in Python?
Do you have experience building graphical user interfaces (GUIs) using Python frameworks such as PyQt, Tkinter, or wxPython?
Do you have experience with containerized application development and deployment using Docker?

Experience: