Django Python Developer @ Latitude

Salary Range: 50 to 65 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-hour-wage)

Salary: $80,000 - 90,000/year

This position is fully remote / work from home.

Position Overview: As a Django Python Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining web applications using the Django framework and Python programming language. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into scalable and efficient software solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in Django development, proficiency in Python programming, and a passion for building robust and user-friendly web applications.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and deploy web applications using the Django framework, adhering to best practices and coding standards.
Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code in Python, ensuring high performance, scalability, and security of applications.
Implement front-end components and user interfaces using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React, Angular).
Design and implement data models, schemas, and database structures using Django ORM and relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL).
Optimize database queries, indexes, and performance to ensure efficient data retrieval and storage.
Integrate third-party services, APIs, and external systems with Django applications to enable data exchange and functionality.
Develop RESTful APIs and web services for seamless communication between client-side and server-side components.
Write unit tests, integration tests, and automated test cases to validate the functionality, reliability, and performance of Django applications.
Debug issues, identify root causes, and implement solutions to resolve bugs and errors in a timely manner.
Utilize version control systems (e.g., Git) to manage codebase, collaborate with team members, and track changes in development projects.
Deploy web applications to production environments, configure servers, and manage deployment pipelines using CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI).

Requirements

2+ years of experience in Django web development and Python programming, with a strong portfolio of web applications/projects.
Proficiency in front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern JavaScript frameworks/libraries (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js).
Solid understanding of web development concepts, MVC architecture, RESTful APIs, and design patterns using Django.
Experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and database design principles.
Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies, software development lifecycle (SDLC), and collaborative development tools.
Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently or as part of a team.

About the company

Latitude Inc. is a staffing firm that provides specialized technical and professional personnel to both public and private sectors. It offers contract, contract-to-hire, and permanent placements, focusing on Technology, Engineering, Scientific, and Communications industries. The company operates by maintaining a dedicated recruiting staff that sources qualified candidates and charges fees to clients for successful placements and staffing services. It has a notable government sector presence and positions itself as a self-certified small business to compete for government contracts. Latitude’s goal is to deliver cost-effective staffing solutions that meet the specific needs of its clients by supplying qualified personnel through tailored staffing arrangements, ensuring reliable support for IT and technical programs across both sectors.

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Hanover, Maryland

Founded

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

Latitude’s website showed updated government-services capabilities on July 7, 2026.
Its 2025 contracts page listed active federal vehicles across HHS and NIH.
Cleared-facility recruiting expands placements into defense and other restricted programs.

What critics are saying

The DOJ settlement monitors Latitude for citizenship discrimination through 2025.
That 2022-2023 violation damages trust with federal contractors and compliance-heavy clients.
Federal staffing margins depend on contract wins; losing government access threatens the business model.

What makes Latitude unique

Latitude Inc. combines technical staffing with cleared government-services recruiting.
It sells contract, contract-to-hire, and permanent placements across IT, engineering, bioscience.
Its contract vehicles include CIO-SP3, SPARC, and NIH eFAST.

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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Paid Vacation
Remote Work Options
Professional Development Budget

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Django Python Developer

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