Backend Developer 810

Freedom Technology Solutions Group•Annapolis Junction, MD

About The Position

Freedom Technology Solutions Group is seeking a Backend Developer to support an Intelligence Community customer on mission-driven applications. The role is based in Washington, D.C.; Annapolis Junction; or Reston, Virginia. The developer will design, develop, and maintain backend application functionality and services using Python, Docker, Kubernetes, OpenSearch, and PostgreSQL. Work includes building REST APIs, managing data validation and database access, maintaining database schemas and migrations, and deploying and troubleshooting applications in OpenShift. The role collaborates with customers, product owners, developers, operations, and security teams to clarify requirements, plan implementation, deliver reliable applications, and address production issues across the user interface, backend, database, and deployment. The developer also participates in technical design and code reviews, writes automated tests and documentation, and mentors other developers.

Requirements

At least 9 years of experience in software or systems engineering roles, or a highly related field with similar scope and responsibilities; a bachelor's degree may substitute for 4 years of experience, and a master's degree may substitute for 6 years.
Active TS/SCI clearance with CI polygraph.
Strong experience developing backend services and REST APIs.
Experience developing and maintaining backend applications and services using Python.
Proficiency with PostgreSQL, including relational data modeling, SQL, schema migrations, indexing, and query optimization.
Understanding of OpenSearch data structures, indexing, and querying.
Hands-on experience with Docker, including writing Dockerfiles, building images, and troubleshooting containers.
Strong communication skills and the ability to translate business and customer needs into clear technical requirements.
Deep expertise in Python and API design.
Familiarity with Linux environments and Kubernetes concepts.
Experience working in an Agile development environment and coordinating with product, operations, and security teams.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with software development within the Department of War.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain backend functionality within applications using Python, Docker, Kubernetes, OpenSearch, and PostgreSQL.
Develop and maintain backend services and REST APIs, including request validation, error handling, and authentication and authorization integration.
Use Pydantic for data validation and SQLAlchemy for database access and object-relational mapping in Python services.
Design and maintain PostgreSQL schemas, queries, indexes, and database migrations, with attention to performance and data integrity.
Build and maintain Docker images and deploy, configure, and troubleshoot applications in OpenShift.
Investigate and resolve production issues across the user interface, backend services, database, and application deployment.
Work with customers, product owners, and other stakeholders to clarify requirements, identify dependencies, and estimate implementation effort.
Participate in technical design and code reviews, write automated tests, and maintain technical documentation.
Mentor developers and collaborate with operations and security teams to support reliable application delivery.
Improve application security, accessibility, performance, and reliability.
Configure CI/CD pipelines and automate application deployments.

Benefits

Matching 401(k).
Fully paid medical coverage.
Generous paid time off, including paid site closure days.
Paid training and tuition reimbursement.
Referral bonuses.
Fully paid life and disability coverage.
Annual logo wear allowance.
Company-sponsored events, including game nights, holiday and summer parties, and happy hours.
Flexible work environment.
Competitive compensation and benefits.
Career growth and advancement opportunities.