Senior Python Developer (AI)

Our client, a Real Estate and Financial Services company, is looking for a Senior Python Developer (AI) for their McLean, VA location.
 
Responsibilities:

• End-to-end software development: including analysis, design, development, automated  testing, deployment, and maintenance using industry best practices and security  standards.
• Performance optimization: analyze system performance, identify bottlenecks, and  implement solutions to enhance application efficiency and scalability.
• Collaborative solution delivery: partner with business stakeholders to gather requirements,  leverage proof-of-concepts for technical decisions, and implement solutions with cross functional teams.
• Production support and maintenance: support applications you build across environments,  resolve critical issues, and fulfill ad hoc requests to ensure seamless business operations.

• 7+ years of development experience, strong Python expertise, and at  least 1+ year of AI experience, including building AI agents and working in agentic AI development  environments. Required experience with AWD, Docker, LLMs, Rest APIs, and SQL.
• Nice to have  skills in Advanced SQL, Angular, Java, Jenkins, Kafka and Spring.
• 5+ years of professional software development experience.
• 1+ years of hands-on experience building and deploying agentic AI/LLM applications in  Production.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field.
• Strong analytical/problem-solving skills.
• Strong Python development skills (build, test, deploy) with CI/CD and Docker on AWS.
• Experience building agentic AI solutions using LangChain/LangGraph and integrating tools  via MCP (Model Context Protocol).
• Experience integrating LLM workflows with APIs and data sources (SQL; RAG/embeddings a  plus).
• Clear communicator; collaborative, open-minded team player.
• Experience with AI-assisted coding tools (e.g., VS Code, Amazon Q/Kiro, Copilot or similar).
• Trading or Financial Industry background, Kafka/event-driven systems,
• React/Angular, Advanced SQL/Vector DBs, Java.
• Adaptability: Quick learner who seamlessly adapts to new technologies and project  requirements while consistently delivering high-quality results.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills with proven ability to rapidly assess complex  situations, make sound technical decisions, and implement effective solutions under  pressure.
• Ownership & Drive: Self-motivated engineer who takes complete ownership of deliverables,  proactively identifies process improvements, and ensures successful project completion.
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills enabling clear, effective communication  across all stakeholders - from technical teams to leadership and external partners.
• Resilience: Excels in dynamic environments with shifting priorities, aggressive deadlines,  and 24/7 support requirements during on-call rotations.

• Health Benefits
• Referral Program
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities