** Federal Project - Applicant must be a United States Citizen, with the ability to obtain a Public Trust. ** Baer is looking for a Senior Python Engineer for a 9-month Federal project located in Baltimore, MD. Title: Senior Python Engineer Location:Remote and Baltimore, MD (Future Onsite) Duration: 9 months Rate: All-inclusive Alignment: W2 or C2C (Vendors Not Permitted) Description: * Lead the analysis, design, coding, and testing of multiple application components across various clients. * Develop and maintain backend infrastructure, including APIs and data pipelines. * Optimize systems for both CPU and GPU processing using advanced techniques such as multiprocessing, multithreading, and model training with PyTorch. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust, secure, and scalable system architecture. * Ensure systems align with project goals and milestones. * Oversee code quality, enforce software development best practices, and conduct code reviews. * Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior developers and engineers. * Integrate AI and machine learning models, including NLP and large language models (LLMs), into production environments. * Maintain comprehensive technical documentation for system maintenance and future reference. Requirements: * 10+ years of software development experience with Java andPython. * Mastery in Python programmingand Data Science. * Proven experience in backend development, API development, and system architecture. * Extensive knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes). * Expertise in microservices architecture and RESTful services. * Experience with both SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB, Cassandra) databases. * Proficiency in version control systems like Git and CI/CD pipelines. * Strong problem-solving skills and decision-making ability under pressure. * Proven expertise in Python multiprocessing and multithreading libraries. * Deep experience in real-time, performance-based Python applications. * Advanced knowledge of PyTorch and performance-optimized model training. * Solid understanding of CPU and GPU processing optimizations. * Master’s degree in Data Science, AI, Computer Science, or a related field, plus 10 years of experience, or a Ph.D. with 4 years of experience. Public Trust Security Clearanceisthe lowest level of additional background screening that the federal government requires for applicants of certain jobs, which includes completing a Standard Form 85 (SF85) form. Company Overview: Baer is an Enterprise Performance Partner providing job opportunities with several 1st Tier Global Systems Integrators and a wide array of Fortune 1000 clients. Baer consultants and employees enjoy access to the highest profile job opportunities across leading Enterprise Technology Solutions ranging from Digital Transformation programs utilizing the latest technologies from SAP and Oracle to a wide range of emerging Cloud based infrastructure, application and AI related solutions. At Baer we aim to provide a best-in-class engagement experience for our consultants. Our job requirements are carefully vetted and are typically associated with pivotal programs offering tremendous opportunities to expand your skills leveraging the latest solutions. Baer is an equal opportunity employer including disability/veteran. ALL OPEN JOBS refMONa #IND1 #LI-MM1