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Backend Software Engineer (TS/SCI Cleared)

Chantilly, VA$145k–$190kfull timemidAdded 1 month ago

About this role

Fully onsite backend engineering role supporting the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency in Chantilly, VA. You'll enhance mission-critical systems, troubleshoot complex backend issues, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain secure, scalable aeronautical navigation capabilities. Requires active Top Secret clearance and 6-8+ years of relevant experience.

What you'll do

  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex backend issues involving REST APIs, databases, and distributed applications
  • Develop and enhance backend functionality using Python, C#, or Java within GitLab repositories
  • Collaborate with Agile teams on sprint planning, standups, and testing using Jira and Confluence
  • Support incident response procedures and drive system improvements for operational stability
  • Integrate open-source and government-off-the-shelf solutions into enterprise systems
  • Apply cloud computing knowledge to modify APIs and backend systems for data visualization and filtering

What they're looking for

  • Python and C#/Java backend development
  • REST API troubleshooting and design
  • GitLab and CI/CD pipeline tools
  • Unit testing frameworks
  • Agile and DevOps practices
  • Cloud computing (AWS preferred)
  • Linux/Windows system administration
  • Technical documentation

Benefits

  • High-visibility role supporting national defense missions
  • Fully onsite position in Chantilly, VA
  • Work with cutting-edge geospatial intelligence systems
  • Cross-functional team collaboration
  • Opportunity to enhance mission-critical infrastructure
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Latitude

Latitude provides IT infrastructure and web application development services, supporting classified federal environments and enterprise platforms. The company is hiring Windows System Engineers for secure government IT operations, Web Application Developers for high-volume e-commerce and internal analytics platforms, and Full Stack developers across various technology stacks.

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Likely interview questions

  • Walk us through a complex backend issue you've troubleshot involving REST APIs or databases—how did you approach diagnosing and resolving it?
  • Describe your experience with CI/CD pipelines and GitLab. How have you used these tools to improve code quality or deployment reliability?
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