Sr. Cloud and Python Developer

Spatial Front, Inc. (SFI) is seeking an Sr. Cloud and Python Developer to support our growing modernization team. SFI was recently awarded the 2025 USA Today National Top Places to Work award and the 2025 Washington Post Top Workplaces. 

As part of a modernization effort at Census, an enterprise analysis   system will be migrated to AWS-based services, including AWS Lambda, AWS   Glue, and containerized workloads. The initiative will also involve   converting legacy SAS code to Python, replacing Java-based services with AWS   serverless solutions developed in Python, and leveraging PostgreSQL as the   primary database platform.

This transformation represents a significant shift from the current   technology stack and requires expertise in cloud-native architecture, AWS   services, Python development, containerization, database modernization, and   DevSecOps practices. A Sr. Cloud and Python Developer is needed to provide   specialized technical expertise, accelerate the modernization effort, reduce   project delivery risk, and ensure continuity of critical business operations   throughout the transition.

Work Location - Remote with availability for meetings on customer site

Summary of Major Job Functions:

• Migrating application from on-prem to AWS Cloud
• Refactoring the application and optimizing its functionality in   the AWS Cloud
• Migrating SAS code to Python.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and support   the modernization of the Census application as part of its migration to an   Enterprise Data Lake (EDL) environment. 
• Architect and implement   cloud-native solutions utilizing AWS services, including AWS Lambda, AWS   Glue, and other serverless technologies. 
• Develop and maintain   Python-based applications, APIs, and data processing workflows to support   business and operational requirements. 
• Analyze, convert, and migrate   legacy SAS programs and processes to Python-based solutions. 
• Modernize existing Java-based   services by implementing scalable AWS serverless architectures and   microservices. 
• Design, develop, optimize, and   maintain PostgreSQL databases, including data models, stored procedures, and   performance tuning. 
• Implement and support   containerized application deployments using industry-standard container   technologies. 
• Collaborate with Infrastructure   systems engineers, developers, database administrators, and business   stakeholders to define technical requirements and migration strategies. 
• Support application   integration, testing, deployment, and production operations within AWS cloud   environments. 
• Apply DevSecOps best practices,   including automation, continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD),   security compliance, and monitoring. 
• Troubleshoot and resolve   application, database, and cloud infrastructure issues to ensure system   reliability and performance. 
• Provide technical expertise and   leadership in cloud modernization initiatives while ensuring continuity of   current operations during the migration effort. 
• Support knowledge transfer,   documentation, and training activities related to the implementation of new   cloud-based technologies and processes. 
• Assist in reducing project risk   and accelerating delivery timelines by providing specialized expertise in   AWS, Python, cloud migration, and database modernization technologies.
• Support the implementation of   scalable, cloud-native architectures and best practices.

• US Citizenship with an ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance is required    
• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is required
•  AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner required 
• AWS Certified Developer Associate preferred or obtained within six months of hiring.
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate/Professional preferred or obtained within one year of hiring. 
• Cloud Developer,   Cloud Engineer, or Solutions Architect with 5+ years of experience designing   and implementing cloud-based applications.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience developing and supporting   AWS serverless solutions, including AWS Lambda, AWS Glue, API Gateway, Step   Functions, S3, CloudWatch, and IAM.
• 5+ years of Python development experience for   application, API, and data processing solutions.
• Experience migrating legacy applications and codebases   from on-premises environments to AWS cloud platforms.
• Experience converting or modernizing legacy processes   into Python-based solutions.
• 3+ years of experience with containerization technologies   such as Docker and ECS.
• Experience replacing monolithic or Java-based   applications with microservices and serverless architectures.
• 3+ years of PostgreSQL database experience, including   database design, performance tuning, SQL development, and data migration   activities.
• Experience developing and maintaining REST APIs and   integrating enterprise systems.
• Strong understanding of cloud security, identity   management, and federal security compliance requirements.
• Experience implementing DevSecOps practices, including   CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, infrastructure as code, and monitoring   solutions.
• Experience with Git, GitHub, GitLab, or similar   source-control platforms.
• Knowledge of Agile software development methodologies and   participation in Scrum teams.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving   skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with   the ability to collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical   stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a   cross-functional team responsible for application modernization, cloud   migration, and operational support.

Desired Skills & Qualifications: (Nice to haves only)

• Experience supporting large-scale federal government IT modernization projects is highly desirable.
• Experience with Enterprise Data Lake (EDL) environments and large-scale data integration initiatives.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, or AWS CDK).

Additional Information:

• In order to meet the clearance requirements for this opportunity, candidates must be US Citizen.
• All candidates will be subject to a complete background check to include, but not limited to Criminal History, Education Verification, Professional Certification Verification, Verification of Previous Employment and Credit History.
• Public Trust background investigations can take approximately four to eight weeks and requires fingerprinting.

Other Information:

• The salary for this position is $150,000 - $180,000 annually
• For information on SFI's benefits please visit http://www.spatialfront.com/pages/career.html
• This is a full-time W2 position. 
• Please no agencies, third parties, or corp-to-corp.
• Spatial Front Inc. is an Equal-opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
• Spatial Front Inc. participates in E-Verify.