Backend Software Developer (TS/SCI with FSP)

Quick Facts

• Role: Backend Software Developer (TS/SCI with FSP)

• Team: Small agile team building secure, scalable software for government customers

• Clearance/Location: U.S. Citizen with active TS/SCI and in-scope Full-Scope Polygraph (FSP) on Day 1; 5 days/week in a SCIF in Annapolis Junction, MD

Description

You will design, develop, and maintain secure, scalable backend software for government customers. You will translate mission requirements into technical specifications, implement robust and maintainable code, and help drive solution design decisions. You will ensure software quality and security compliance through code reviews and testing activities.

Responsibilities

• Translate mission requirements into technical specifications and implement maintainable backend software

• Conduct code reviews, unit testing, and integration testing

• Provide input to system design, including hardware/software trade-offs

• Analyze requirements and synthesize system-level needs into software component designs

• Support decisions on software reuse and when to use COTS/GOTS vs. new development

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits (medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, mental health)

• Financial programs (401(k), pension plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, life insurance, disability coverage, counseling)

• Paid time off (12 holidays, sick time, vacation, parental bonding leave, and other paid care leave)

• Training and education via an AI-driven learning platform with potential industry certifications

• Employee resource groups, volunteering opportunities, and discounts on products/services/experiences

Requirements

• U.S. Citizen with active TS/SCI clearance and in-scope Full-Scope Polygraph (FSP) required on Day 1

• Ability to work 5 days/week in a SCIF in Annapolis Junction, MD

• Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred)

• 10+ years of software development experience, preferably federal or defense environments

• 1+ year hands-on AWS experience and proficiency in Java, Python, or C++

• Relational database experience (PostgreSQL) and secure coding practices in classified environments

• Strong understanding of SDLC and Agile; Git/version control experience