Python Software Engineer

Overview

MORSE Corp is an employee‑owned, small business with headquarters in Cambridge, MA, Arlington, VA, and Seattle, WA. Our team of scientists, engineers, and software developers delivers best‑in‑class technical solutions that solve complex multidisciplinary problems across the U.S. National Security Ecosystem.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Requirements

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• 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.

Compensation

$90,000 USD – $210,000 USD

Benefits

We pride ourselves on a collaborative and enjoyable work experience that values work‑life balance through flexibility, generous paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, 401(k) match, and a competitive benefits package for employees and families.

Location

Cambridge, MA; Arlington, VA; Seattle, WA

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level