Back End Software Engineer

Cascadia Global Security•Tempe, AZ

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Back End Software Engineer at Deus X Defense builds and maintains the systems that power the application behind the scenes. This role designs APIs, manages data storage, and ensures services are scalable, reliable, and secure. Working closely with front end engineers and product teams, they enable core functionality and performance while making thoughtful decisions around system architecture and data flow. The ideal candidate is technically rigorous, security-minded, and experienced operating complex systems in demanding, real-world environments. KEY DELIVERABLES 01 Build the core UX experience for DXD, including the primary map and C2 interface 02 Establish all standard interaction models, structure, and approach for long-term buildout 03 Deliver reliable, end-to-end live streaming from all platforms WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE The MVP backend is running and proven reliable and robust through uptime metrics.

Requirements

Solid backend engineering experience with complex, high-stakes production systems
Experience spanning local/on-prem and cloud infrastructure
Proven ability to design and build scalable APIs and data integration pipelines
Experience with real-time data systems including live video or streaming data sources
Strong security awareness and experience implementing security and access control protocols

Nice To Haves

Experience with drone technology, autonomous systems, or real-time telemetry data
Background in command & control, defense, law enforcement, or public safety platforms
Familiarity with edge computing or hardware-adjacent backend integrations
Experience building systems that must operate reliably in mission-critical environments

Responsibilities

Establish and own the backend architecture strategy for short, medium, and long-term scale
Design, build, and maintain robust APIs that power both the front end and external integrations
Define the API strategy and integration approach across internal systems and third-party platforms
Make thoughtful architectural decisions that balance performance, scalability, and maintainability
Develop and enforce key security and administration protocols for the Deus X platform
Ensure systems are reliable, highly available, and performant under real-world operational conditions
Manage data storage, data models, and integrations spanning local/on-prem and cloud environments
Implement monitoring, alerting, and uptime practices to meet reliability standards
Partner closely with Front End Engineering to deliver seamless, end-to-end functionality
Work with Product and Drone Operations to understand system requirements and real-world constraints
Support real-time data integrations including live video streaming from drone and sensor platforms
Contribute to code reviews, engineering standards, and a culture of quality across the team