Backend Developer

About the role

ITC is a Woman Owned Small Business delivering exceptional consultation to the U.S. Government in Systems/Software Engineering, Cybersecurity Solutions, Mission Operations/INTEL Analysis, and Management Services to enable customers to solve the most challenging problems. As a Senior Backend Developer you will support an Intelligence Community customer working on mission‑driven applications.

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.

Requirements

• TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance required.
• 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.
• 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; a Master’s degree may substitute for 6 years.

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in Python and API design.
• Familiarity with software development within the Department of Defense.
• 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.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with company contributions (safe harbor and profit sharing)
• 11 Federal holidays, 21 days PTO
• Medical, Dental, & Vision with substantial company contributions
• Company‑provided Life, LTD, and STD Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts / Flexible Spending Accounts
• Referral Bonuses
• Performance Bonuses
• Tuition Assistance for Education, Training, and Professional certifications
• Career Development

Pay

Salary range: $180,000–$200,000. Final salary can be influenced by relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, certifications, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, and contract wage rates.

Schedule

Hybrid schedule with the expectation of 2–3 days on‑site per week. Location options: Annapolis Junction, MD; Washington, DC; Reston, VA.