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Python Engineer roles qualify for green card sponsorship under EB-2 for advanced-degree professionals and EB-3 for skilled workers with a bachelor's degree. Employers file a PERM labor certification with DOL before submitting an I-140 immigrant visa petition, starting your path to permanent residency.
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Get Access To All JobsPosition Title: Python Developer
Job ID#: 26-1106
Clearance: Top Secret
Location: Herndon, VA
Who We Are:
Since our inception back in 2006, Navitas has grown to be an industry leader in the digital transformation space, and we’ve served as trusted advisors supporting our client base within the commercial, federal, and state and local markets.
What We Do:
At our very core, we’re a group of problem solvers providing our award-winning technology solutions to drive digital acceleration for our customers! With proven solutions, award-winning technologies, and a team of expert problem solvers, Navitas has consistently empowered customers to use technology as a competitive advantage and deliver cutting-edge transformative solutions.
Navitas is seeking a hands-on Python Developer to design, develop, and maintain secure backend applications and APIs supporting enterprise and mission-critical systems for the DoD Search Portfolio. In this role, you'll build scalable Python services, integrate with databases and enterprise systems, and collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver reliable, cloud-native applications. The ideal candidate enjoys solving complex technical problems, writing clean and maintainable code, and contributing throughout the software development lifecycle.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Design, develop, test, and maintain Python backend services and REST APIs using frameworks such as Flask or FastAPI.
- Develop scalable, secure, and high-performance applications that integrate with databases, enterprise systems, and external services.
- Collaborate with front-end developers to support application functionality and API integrations.
- Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle, including design, development, testing, deployment, and production support.
- Support CI/CD and DevOps practices, including containerization, deployment automation, monitoring, and troubleshooting.
- Apply secure coding standards, logging, auditing, and best practices aligned with federal and DoD requirements.
- Optimize application performance, reliability, and maintainability through code reviews, testing, and continuous improvement.
- Work with engineering teams to troubleshoot production issues and implement long-term solutions.
- Create and maintain technical documentation for applications, APIs, and deployment processes.
- Collaborate with data and AI/ML teams as needed to integrate backend services with existing analytics or machine learning solutions.
- Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience).
- 5+ years of hands-on Python development experience.
- Strong experience building Python applications and REST APIs using Flask or FastAPI.
- Experience working with relational and NoSQL databases.
- Strong understanding of API design, backend architecture, and software engineering best practices.
- Experience with Git, CI/CD pipelines, Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud-native application development.
- Experience with AWS and modern cloud services.
- Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Salary Range: $110k - $150k
The pay range provided is a good-faith estimate and represents the range the company reasonably expects to pay for this position at the time of posting. Individual compensation may vary based on skills, experience, education, certifications, geographic location, and business needs.
Equal Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Navitas Business Consulting is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Navitas Human Resources.
Navitas is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Navitas.
Position Title: Python Developer
Job ID#: 26-1106
Clearance: Top Secret
Location: Herndon, VA
Who We Are:
Since our inception back in 2006, Navitas has grown to be an industry leader in the digital transformation space, and we’ve served as trusted advisors supporting our client base within the commercial, federal, and state and local markets.
What We Do:
At our very core, we’re a group of problem solvers providing our award-winning technology solutions to drive digital acceleration for our customers! With proven solutions, award-winning technologies, and a team of expert problem solvers, Navitas has consistently empowered customers to use technology as a competitive advantage and deliver cutting-edge transformative solutions.
Navitas is seeking a hands-on Python Developer to design, develop, and maintain secure backend applications and APIs supporting enterprise and mission-critical systems for the DoD Search Portfolio. In this role, you'll build scalable Python services, integrate with databases and enterprise systems, and collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver reliable, cloud-native applications. The ideal candidate enjoys solving complex technical problems, writing clean and maintainable code, and contributing throughout the software development lifecycle.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Design, develop, test, and maintain Python backend services and REST APIs using frameworks such as Flask or FastAPI.
- Develop scalable, secure, and high-performance applications that integrate with databases, enterprise systems, and external services.
- Collaborate with front-end developers to support application functionality and API integrations.
- Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle, including design, development, testing, deployment, and production support.
- Support CI/CD and DevOps practices, including containerization, deployment automation, monitoring, and troubleshooting.
- Apply secure coding standards, logging, auditing, and best practices aligned with federal and DoD requirements.
- Optimize application performance, reliability, and maintainability through code reviews, testing, and continuous improvement.
- Work with engineering teams to troubleshoot production issues and implement long-term solutions.
- Create and maintain technical documentation for applications, APIs, and deployment processes.
- Collaborate with data and AI/ML teams as needed to integrate backend services with existing analytics or machine learning solutions.
- Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience).
- 5+ years of hands-on Python development experience.
- Strong experience building Python applications and REST APIs using Flask or FastAPI.
- Experience working with relational and NoSQL databases.
- Strong understanding of API design, backend architecture, and software engineering best practices.
- Experience with Git, CI/CD pipelines, Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud-native application development.
- Experience with AWS and modern cloud services.
- Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Salary Range: $110k - $150k
The pay range provided is a good-faith estimate and represents the range the company reasonably expects to pay for this position at the time of posting. Individual compensation may vary based on skills, experience, education, certifications, geographic location, and business needs.
Equal Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Navitas Business Consulting is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Navitas Human Resources.
Navitas is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Navitas.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Python Engineer
Document your Python specialization precisely
Your PERM job description must match your actual duties. List specific frameworks, cloud platforms, and system types you work with. Vague titles like 'software engineer' can create mismatches that delay or derail labor certification.
Check your EB category before applying
EB-2 requires a master's degree or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive experience in a related specialty. EB-3 covers roles requiring a four-year degree. Knowing which category fits your credentials helps you target employers filing the right petition type.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Not every company that hires Python engineers will sponsor green cards. Search OFLC disclosure data for employers who have certified PERM applications for software roles. This filters out companies that handle sponsorship on a case-by-case basis only.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring Python roles
Searching general job boards won't tell you which postings come with green card sponsorship. Migrate Mate filters Python Engineer jobs by employers with verified EB-2 and EB-3 filing history, so you apply where sponsorship is already part of the process.
Negotiate PERM timing into your offer discussion
Ask directly whether the company files PERM at hire or after a probationary period. Some employers wait 12 to 18 months. Starting that conversation before you accept protects your priority date and avoids delays caused by internal policy you didn't know existed.
Understand how EB-3 backlogs affect your country
EB-3 has no annual visa cap per se, but per-country limits create backlogs for nationals of India and China. Check the USCIS Visa Bulletin before you file to understand your priority date wait. Nationals from most other countries face far shorter queues.
Green Card Python Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Python Engineer roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Python Engineer positions typically qualify under both categories depending on the role's requirements. EB-2 applies when the employer requires a master's degree or equivalent, which USCIS defines as a bachelor's plus five years of progressive specialized experience. EB-3 covers roles requiring a four-year bachelor's degree. Most mid-level and senior Python engineering positions meet EB-2 criteria, while entry-level roles often fall under EB-3.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for Python engineers?
H-1B visa sponsorship is temporary, lasts three years at a time, and requires surviving the annual lottery for most employers. Green card sponsorship through PERM and I-140 has no lottery and leads to permanent residency. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification alone takes six months to over a year, and EB-3 backlogs affect some nationalities. For Python engineers from most countries outside India and China, the EB-3 path is often faster than waiting for H-1B selection.
What does the PERM process look like for a Python Engineer position?
Your employer files a labor certification application with DOL under PERM, demonstrating that no qualified U.S. worker is available for the role. The job requirements must reflect what the position genuinely needs, including the specific technical skills your Python role demands. After DOL certifies the application, the employer files an I-140 immigrant visa petition with USCIS. You can then file for adjustment of status or consular processing once a visa number is available.
How do I find Python Engineer jobs where the employer will actually sponsor a green card?
Most job postings don't specify PERM sponsorship, so searching by job title alone leaves you guessing. Migrate Mate surfaces Python Engineer roles from employers with verified EB-2 and EB-3 filing history, letting you focus your applications on companies that have already committed to sponsoring permanent residency rather than relying on what the posting says.
Can an employer sponsor my green card if my Python skills are self-taught rather than degree-based?
Yes, but the path depends on how DOL and USCIS evaluate your credentials. Under EB-2, USCIS accepts three years of qualifying work experience in lieu of one year of university education, so a candidate with no degree could qualify with 12 years of documented progressive experience. O*NET classifies software developer roles in Job Zone 4, which typically requires a four-year degree. Employers can also define alternative qualifying combinations in the PERM job description, which an immigration attorney should structure carefully.