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Backend Software Engineer (TS/SCI Cleared)

onsite,Chantilly, VASoftware DevelopmentFull-time
Salary$145k - $190k
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Role details

The practical picture
Employment
Full-time
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The role, at a glance

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The role is a fully onsite backend software engineering position supporting the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) with a TS/SCI security clearance requirement. The developer will work on enhancing existing code, integrating backend solutions, and supporting aeronautical navigation systems using Python, C#, and/or Java with cloud and DevOps practices.

Compensation
USD 145,000–190,000 / year

What you need

  • Active Top Secret clearance with ability to obtain SCI post-hire
  • DoD 8570 compliance (Security+ or higher)
  • 3+ years of experience in Python and C#/Java frameworks
  • 4+ years with unit testing, CI/CD tools, and GitLab
  • Strong experience troubleshooting REST APIs, backend databases, and distributed applications
  • Bachelor's degree with 8+ years relevant experience or Master's degree with 6+ years

What you will own

  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex backend issues involving REST APIs, databases, and applications
  • Develop, enhance, and document backend functionality within GitLab repositories using DevOps practices
  • Collaborate with Agile teams in sprint planning, standups, and testing activities using Atlassian tools (Jira/Confluence)
  • Apply expertise in Python, C#, and/or Java to deliver scalable backend solutions
  • Contribute to system development for analytics, exploitation, production, and dissemination using cloud, SOA, web services, and virtualization technologies
  • Support and enhance incident response procedures, ensuring quick turnaround for operational stability
Core skills
PythonC#JavaREST APIsDatabasesGitLabCI/CDDevOpsCloud computingJavaScript/Node
Internal freshness window ends Oct 19, 2026
View source evidence
  • location “Job location: onsite,Chantilly, VA”
  • salary “Structured salary: {'min': 145000, 'max': 190000, 'currency': 'USD', 'interval': 'per-year-salary'}”
  • seniority “Bachelor's degree with 8+ years relevant experience or Master's degree with 6+ years”
  • must_have “Active Top Secret clearance with ability to obtain SCI post-hire”
  • must_have “DoD 8570 compliance (Security+ or higher)”
  • must_have “3+ years of experience in Python and C#/Java frameworks”
  • must_have “4+ years with unit testing, CI/CD tools, and GitLab”
  • must_have “Strong experience troubleshooting REST APIs, backend databases, and distributed applications”
  • company_remote_policy “for a fully onsite role”
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Role brief
We are seeking a Backend Support Software Developer for a fully onsite role with high visibility, working in direct support of the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA).The position focuses on enhancing existing code, integrating backend solutions, and ensuring mission systems remain secure, scalable, and reliable. The developer will work closely with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot complex technical challenges, support incident response, and drive continual system improvements that enable safe and effective aeronautical navigation capabilities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex backend issues involving REST APIs, databases, and applications.- Develop, enhance, and document backend functionality within GitLab repositories using DevOps practices.- Collaborate with Agile teams in sprint planning, standups, and testing activities using Atlassian tools (Jira/Confluence).- Apply expertise in Python, C#, and/or Java to deliver scalable backend solutions.- Contribute to system development for analytics, exploitation, production, and dissemination using cloud, SOA, web services, and virtualization technologies.- Support and enhance incident response procedures, ensuring quick turnaround for operational stability.- Integrate open-source and GOTS solutions into enterprise systems.- Plan and prioritize development tasks, delivering results aligned with User Story Acceptance Criteria.- Apply cloud computing knowledge to modify backend systems and APIs for visualization and data filtering.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years relevant experience or Master’s degree with 6+ years.- Active Top Secret clearance with ability to obtain SCI post-hire.- DoD 8570 compliance (Security+ or higher).- 3+ years of experience in Python and C#/Java frameworks.- 4+ years with unit testing, CI/CD tools, and GitLab.- Strong experience troubleshooting REST APIs, backend databases, and distributed applications.- Familiarity with Agile/DevOps best practices and experience supporting iterative testing.
Preferred Skills/Experience:
- Linux and/or Windows system administration experience.- Familiarity with DoD Aeronautical Datasets.- Experience with AWS CloudFormation templates and cloud-based deployments.- Exposure to Node, NPM, REST API development, and Swashbuckle.- DevOps or C# Developer certifications.- Strong technical documentation skills and proven ability to collaborate across technical teams.