• Senior Python Developer

    Motion Recruitment Partners (Philadelphia, PA)


    Senior Python Developer

     

    Philadelphia, PA

     

    100% Remote

     

    Contract

     

    $60/hr - $85/hr

     

    Are you passionate about building mission-critical systems that power the future of space exploration? A pioneering aerospace technology company is seeking a Senior Python Developer (Contract) to join their team remotely (with US EST overlap). You’ll be instrumental in designing, developing, and deploying high-performance Python-based systems that process telemetry, optimize spacecraft operations, and support next-generation launch programs.

     

    This role is ideal for an engineer who thrives in fast-paced, high-stakes environments, brings 15+ years of software development experience, and is ready to tackle complex challenges in aerospace and data-driven innovation.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Develop and optimize Python apps

    • Integrate with APIs, databases, real-time systems

    • Ensure high performance, scalability, and reliability

    • Write clean, tested code

    • Collaborate and mentor junior devs

    Required Skills & Experience

    • 15+ yrs software development, expert in Python

    • Strong in data structures, algorithms, OOP

    • SQL/NoSQL, Cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP), Docker/Kubernetes

    • Real-time data tools (Kafka, RabbitMQ)

    • CI/CD, Git

    • Excellent problem-solving & communication

    Education

    • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or related quantitative field

    The Offer

    • Contract role – Remote (with EST overlap)

    • Competitive compensation based on experience

    You will receive:

    • Remote flexibility with opportunities to support real-world aerospace missions

    • Collaborative work with leading scientists and engineers

    • Career development and exposure to groundbreaking space technology

     

    Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis (no sponsorship).

     

    Are you passionate about building mission-critical systems that power the future of space exploration? A pioneering aerospace technology company is seeking a Senior Python Developer (Contract) to join their team remotely (with US EST overlap). You’ll be instrumental in designing, developing, and deploying high-performance Python-based systems that process telemetry, optimize spacecraft operations, and support next-generation launch programs.

     

    This role is ideal for an engineer who thrives in fast-paced, high-stakes environments, brings 15+ years of software development experience, and is ready to tackle complex challenges in aerospace and data-driven innovation.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Develop and optimize Python apps

    • Integrate with APIs, databases, real-time systems

    • Ensure high performance, scalability, and reliability

    • Write clean, tested code

    • Collaborate and mentor junior devs

    Required Skills & Experience

    • 15+ yrs software development, expert in Python

    • Strong in data structures, algorithms, OOP

    • SQL/NoSQL, Cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP), Docker/Kubernetes

    • Real-time data tools (Kafka, RabbitMQ)

    • CI/CD, Git

    • Excellent problem-solving & communication

    Education

    • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or related quantitative field

    The Offer

    • Contract role – Remote (with EST overlap)

    • Competitive compensation based on experience

    You will receive:

    • Remote flexibility with opportunities to support real-world aerospace missions

    • Collaborative work with leading scientists and engineers

    • Career development and exposure to groundbreaking space technology

     

    Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis (no sponsorship).

    You will receive the following benefits:

    + Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family

    + Dental & Orthodontia Benefits

    + Vision Benefits

    + Health Savings Account (HSA)

    + Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

    + Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance

    + Hospital Indemnity Insurance

    + 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options

    + Paid Sick Time Leave

    + Legal and Identity Protection Plans

    + Pre-tax Commuter Benefit

    + 529 College Saver Plan

     

    Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

     

    **Posted by:** Sabina Hunsicker

    Specialization:

    + Python