Backend Developer

Integrity Technology • Annapolis Junction, MD

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

ITC is a Woman Owned Small Business providing consultation to the U.S. Government in Systems/Software Engineering, Cybersecurity Solutions, Mission Operations/INTEL Analysis, and Management Services. The Senior Backend Developer will support an Intelligence Community customer working on mission-driven applications. The role has a hybrid schedule, with an expectation of working on-site 2–3 days per week, at one of the listed locations: Annapolis Junction, MD; Washington, DC; or Reston, VA.

Requirements

• Top Secret/SCI clearance with 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 ability to translate business and customer needs into clear technical requirements.
• Nine 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 four years of experience, and a master's degree may substitute for six years.

Nice To Haves

• Deep expertise in Python and API design.
• Familiarity with software development within the Department of War.
• Familiarity with Linux environments and Kubernetes concepts.
• Experience configuring CI/CD pipelines and automating application deployments.
• Experience improving application security, accessibility, performance, and reliability.
• Experience working in an Agile development environment and coordinating with product, operations, and security teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain application backend functionality 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.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with company contributions, including safe harbor and profit sharing.
• 11 federal holidays and 21 days of PTO.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with substantial company contributions.
• Company-provided life, LTD, and STD insurance.
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Referral bonuses.
• Performance bonuses.
• Tuition assistance for education, training, and professional certifications.
• Career development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed