Zealthy

You will support the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) with a Veteran first vision to transform the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) with greater visibility into claims processing. Collaborating with business analysts and stakeholders, you’ll implement a platform to improve operational efficiency, transparency, and benefits delivery for Veterans and their families.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain backend services and APIs using Python (e.g., Flask, FastAPI).
• Implement and support RESTful microservices integrated with cloud databases and AWS services (RDS, S3, Lambda).
• Collaborate with frontend, DevOps, and QA teams to deliver secure, reliable software.
• Write automated tests and participate in peer code reviews.
• Support CI/CD pipelines and containerized deployments using GitLab, Docker, or Kubernetes.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and sprint planning, offering solutions and estimating work.
• Troubleshoot and optimize code for performance, scalability, and compliance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of professional software development experience, with 3+ years in Python.
• Familiarity with cloud-based applications (preferably AWS) and microservices architecture.
• Proficient in writing clean, maintainable, and testable code.
• Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and version control (Git).
• Understanding of security best practices in software development.
• U.S. Citizenship required; must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with FastAPI, Flask, or Django frameworks.
• Familiarity with container tools (Docker, ECS) and CI/CD platforms (GitLab CI, Jenkins).
• Exposure to serverless computing (e.g., AWS Lambda) and event-driven systems.
• Agile development experience (Scrum, Kanban).
• Knowledge of federal development standards and compliance requirements (e.g., 508, NIST 800-53).

Why Join Us:

• Mission Impact: Build and secure resilient infrastructures supporting healthcare, national security, and citizen services.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive compensation paid time off, Health, Dental and Vision Insurance and more.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Washington, DC 20006