Senior Python Developer

Senior Python Developer (AI / Backend) Onsite Long-Term Contract

We are looking for an experienced Senior Python Developer to join a long-term onsite project in Baltimore MD. This role focuses on building and maintaining scalable production-grade applications including AI-driven systems.

This is a great opportunity for someone with strong backend expertise cloud exposure and interest in AI/LLM-based applications.

Baltimore MD (Onsite 5 days/week local candidates within 40 miles preferred)

Long-Term Contract

$70-75/hr on w2

• Develop and maintain scalable Python-based applications
• Build backend services APIs and system integrations
• Implement monitoring logging and alerting for production systems
• Support CI/CD pipelines and deployment processes
• Work with databases (SQL/NoSQL) for application data management
• Optimize performance security and reliability of applications
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
• Participate in code reviews and follow best engineering practices
• Contribute to AI/LLM-based features including chatbot systems

• 10 years of experience in Python development
• Strong experience building production-grade backend systems
• Experience with REST APIs and system integration
• Solid understanding of databases (PostgreSQL MySQL MongoDB etc.)
• Experience with CI/CD tools and version control (Git)
• Knowledge of secure coding practices (authentication encryption etc.)
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills

• Experience with AI/LLMs chatbots or NLP systems
• Familiarity with prompt engineering RAG or AI agents
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS or similar)
• Exposure to DevOps containerization or monitoring tools

• Must be able to work onsite 5 days/week
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance (approx. 2 3 weeks)
• Candidates should have prior work history in the U.S.