Backend Developer

About the job Backend Developer

Backend Developer

Location: (Springfield, VA | possibly Hybrid)

Clearance Required: TS/SCI , eligible to obtain a TS/SCI CI Poly

Salary Range: $155,000 to $170,000 (Based on Experience)

Position Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Backend Developer to support a high-priority software development initiative for the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA). In this role, you will help design, build, and deliver a modern, browser-based application that manages Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) as part of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process; directly supporting security audits, vulnerability assessments, and compliance tracking across mission systems.

Youll work within a modern, cloud-native environment hosted in AWS, where your backend expertise will be essential to ensuring system reliability, performance, and secure data management for a mission-critical federal program.

What You'll Do Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Node.js

Build and optimize RESTful APIs for integration with frontend components and external systems

Architect and manage SQL-based data storage solutions (RDS, Redshift)

Leverage AWS services-including Lambda, Glue, S3, EC2-to support application functionality, data pipelines, and distributed workflows

Implement DevSecOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and secure deployment patterns

Collaborate closely with frontend engineers, DevOps teams, cloud architects, and security personnel

Ensure backend components align with RMF, secure coding standards, and federal compliance requirements

Participate in Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, backlog refinement, and peer code reviews

Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize backend performance across cloud environments

Tech Stack Node.js, SQL, AWS (Lambda, Glue, Redshift, RDS, EC2, S3), Docker, Python, JavaScript

Required Qualifications

Active TS/SCI clearance

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

5+ years of backend development experience

Strong SQL development skills, including performance tuning and complex query design

Experience with Python and JavaScript

Experience building data pipelines and distributed workflows in AWS Strong understanding of secure coding practices, cloud security, and RMF-aligned development

Hands-on experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or OpenShift, and containerized application development

Excellent debugging, analytical, and problem-solving abilities

Preferred Qualifications Experience with AWS IAM, KMS, or other security-focused cloud services

Knowledge of POA&M workflows, cybersecurity compliance, or federal audit processes

Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation)

Experience working in high-security or intelligence community environments

After onboarding, the program may allow some telework, but expect to be on-site.