Python Applications Programmer

ASSYST is seeking a skilled Python Applications Programmer to support the software applications, applications development of our client in Baltimore, MD
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The consultant shall be responsible for understanding, defining, analyzing, designing, coding, evaluating, testing, debugging, documenting, and implementing emerging software applications for the development, enhancement, and maintenance of the Health Benefit Exchange (HBX) and other systems.

Baltimore, MD (Hybrid Role)

• Assist in the design, development, testing, and maintenance of web applications and APIs using Python and modern development frameworks.
• Support development of RESTful APIs and backend services.
• Contribute to data processing, automation, and AI-assisted workflows.
• Collaborate with senior developers and business analysts to translate functional requirements into technical solutions.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following secure coding practices.
• Develop and execute unit tests and assist with integration testing.
• Participate in code reviews and Agile ceremonies.
• Support application troubleshooting and issue resolution in development and test environments.
• Adhere to all security, Project Management Office (PMO), change control, work management, service delivery policies, processes, tools, and methodologies.

• A minimum of two (2) years of experience with Python frameworks such as FastAPI, Flask, or Django.
• Exposure to AI/ML libraries such as Pandas, Num Py, Scikit-learn, or Tensor Flow/PyTorch.
• Experience integrating AI APIs (e.g., OpenAI, AWS AI services, Azure AI, etc.).
• Experience with automation scripting or workflow automation.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
• Experience building or consuming microservices.
• Experience working with containerization tools such as Docker.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools (Git Hub Actions, Git Lab CI, Jenkins).
• Basic knowledge of API security and authentication (OAuth2, JWT).
• Exposure to front-end technologies (JavaScript, React, or Angular).
• Experience working on data-driven or public-facing applications.
• Strong interest in AI-enabled application modernization in government systems.

ASSYST is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, national origin or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law.