[Remote] Senior/Principal Software Engineer (Python)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Nava is a consultancy and public benefit corporation that helps government agencies modernize technology and deliver simple, effective services. The Tech Lead will define technical strategy, guide architecture and implementation, and lead engineers in building scalable, secure, open-source solutions. The role also involves coordinating with product teams, government stakeholders, and contractors to manage delivery and ensure long-term maintainability.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of engineers, providing regular coaching, feedback, and support for professional growth
• Define the technical vision and architectural roadmap in collaboration with clients and the delivery team
• Work closely with government stakeholders to get buy-in on technical initiatives. Build technical alignment across client, stakeholders, and vendor partners
• Act as a liaison between developers, executives, and non-technical stakeholders
• Make key architectural decisions that balance long-term program goals with short-term delivery needs
• Oversee technical delivery, managing risks, dependencies, and trade-offs to keep projects on track
• Establish and enforce engineering best practices in code quality, testing, security, and documentation
• Work closely with cross-functional product teams to identify and mitigate technical risks
• Guide the engineering team on planning, estimation, prioritization, trade-offs, and balancing technical debt and meeting project milestones

Skills

• 10+ years of software engineering experience, including 2+ years managing engineers and leading technical delivery
• Proven ability to architect and deliver scalable, maintainable, and secure distributed systems
• Advanced proficiency in modern programming languages and frameworks (e.g., Python, React, Node.js, or equivalent)
• Strong understanding of system integration, data migration, and API/interface development
• Hands-on experience with DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure-as-code, automated testing, and cloud environments (AWS or equivalent)
• Experience building and managing cross-functional engineering teams, fostering alignment and collaboration with product, design, and client stakeholders
• Familiarity with open-source development and community-driven initiatives
• Demonstrated ability to lead with empathy, build trust, and create an environment where engineers can thrive
• Legal authorization to work in the United States
• Ability to meet any other requirements for government contracts for which candidates are hired
• Work authorization that doesn't require visa sponsorship, now or in the future
• Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, DC, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nevada, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Texas, Tennessee, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans to support your overall health needs
• Disability, life, and accidental death insurance at no cost
• Vacation, holidays (including Juneteenth), and floating holidays
• 12 paid federal holidays each year on top of your regular PTO
• Eligible employees receive a performance-based annual bonus when Nava meets its goals
• Paid time off for new parents, plus weekly meals delivered to your home
• Full wellness platform offering physical, mental, and emotional health resources and support tools
• Doctors online with no copay through a virtual visit program, depending on available providers
• Earn extended unpaid leave after continuous service for personal growth or rest
• Nava matches 4% of your salary to support your retirement savings plan
• Remote-first environment with flexibility built around your schedule and responsibilities
• Company laptop and setup assistance provided via Staples for remote work needs
• Monthly reimbursement to help offset eligible home office utility expenses
• Internal training programs and resources to help grow your professional skills
• LinkedIn Learning access and an annual allowance for courses, tuition, and certifications
• Referral bonus when you refer people who join the Nava team
• Pre-tax commuter programs to support in-office travel when applicable
• A collaborative and remote-friendly team environment where people genuinely care

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