Job Url: https://motionrecruitment.com/tech-jobs/philadelphia/contract/senior-python-developer/790173

Job Description: re 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