Django Software engineer

Piper Companies is seeking a Django Software Engineer for a leading technology organization focused on delivering scalable and secure software solutions. The Django software engineer will design, develop, and optimize backend systems supporting cloud-based applications and services. This position is a hybrid environment, 3 days a week onsite in Morrisville, NC
. This opportunity is a 9‑month contract with the potential to extend longer.

• Engage in backend development to deliver efficient, scalable, and robust software solutions.
• Refine user stories and contribute to backlog management, handling complex stories or significant components or projects.
• Optimize the existing codebase for performance and scalability while applying best coding practices and ensuring security compliance.
• Develop domain and technology knowledge, including methodologies, standards, tools, and best practices for development processes.
• Mentor associate engineers to support their technical and professional growth.
• Create and maintain detailed technical documentation to ensure smooth operations.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 3+ years of Python development experience
• 2+ years of experience with Django Framework
• 2+ years of experience working with relational databases (Postgre
  
  SQL, SQL, etc)
• 1+ years of experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure
• REST API development experience
• Understand containerization platforms

• Salary Range: $70,000 - $100,000
• Comprehensive benefits:
  Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, PTO, holidays, and sick leave as required by law

/CD, docker, Kubernetes, cloud platforms, aws, azure, serverless functions, containerization, identity management, security compliance, authentication, secure API design, scrum, jira, confluence, devops, SDLC

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This job is open for applications on 1/9/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date