Senior Python Developer

Who We Are:Kudu Dynamics is a Leidosowned company, forged out of a decade of experience in computer network operations and staffed with talent who have built, overseen, and enhanced capabilities throughout the entire USG arsenal. Our team of hackers, engineers, makers, and shakers have expe­rience spanning centuries of research, development, and oper­ations missions - across desktop, mobile, IoT, and embedded platforms. Kudu Dynamics is uniquely qualified to anticipate tomorrow’s threats and build the next of capabilities.Job Description:Join a growing team of security researchers and software engineers as we transition a state-of-the-art IoT security solution from the lab to multiple customers. This role sits at the intersection of helping end users, developing new features, and coordinating with technical partners to integrate new datasets and technologies. This position can be in Columbia, Maryland or Chantilly, Virginia.Minimum RequirementsUS Citizenship with TS/SCI and Counter-Intelligence Polygraph clearanceFour years of experience in a Python Development roleBachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related fieldExpertise in scripting (Python, shell scripting)Expertise with Docker and container orchestration (Nomad, Kubernetes, Docker Swarm)Proficiency in software development in PythonExperience with infrastructure as code (Terraform, Ansible)Experience delivering solutions on AWSExperience with system monitoring, introspection, and visualization technologies (Grafana, Prometheus, ELK stack)Experience with GitLab CI/CDExperience working in an Agile Scrum development teamDatabase administration/development experience with PostgreSQL or similarExperience supporting full-stack solutions including RESTful API and Angular-based web UIExperience with networking protocols (TCP, UDP, TLS)Experience with user management and onboarding new usersExperience with Twelve-Factor App methodologyLinux system administration experienceSelf-starter requiring minimal supervisionIntelligent, proactive, and driven to achieve resultsSpecific DutiesTroubleshoot and maintain the deployed applicationOnboard and managing new usersActively search for and screen new data sources and technologies to meet program demandsServe as primary point of contact for current and future data sources/technical partnersSet up technical exchange meetings and gather/catalogue data informationUnderstand security restrictions and access requirementsEducation RequirementsBS/MS (BA/MA) in a technical degree field, plus a minimum of 4 years directly related experienceIn lieu of a degree, 10 years of directly related experienceTechnical SkillsExpertise with Linux system administrationExpertise in scripting (Bash, Python)Expertise with container build tools (Docker, Buildah)Expertise with Kubernetes (installing, managing, operating)Experience with Kubernetes CD tools (FluxCD, ArgoCD)Experience with infrastructure as code (Terraform, Helm)Experience delivering solutions on AWS/AzureExperience with system monitoring, introspection, and visualization technologies (Prometheus, Grafana, Loki, ELK stack)Experience with GitLab CIExperience with networking protocols (TCP, UDP, TLS); comfortable diagnosing and resolving networking issuesIf you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.Original Posting:March 2, 2026For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.Pay Range:Pay Range $131,300.00 - $237,350.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.SummaryLocation: Chantilly, VA; Columbia, MDType: Full time