Role Description The Backend / API Engineer is responsible for the design, development, and maintenance of secure, scalable, and high-performance backend services and APIs that underpin the client's platform. This role is central to enabling the integration of cloud-based, IoT-enabled, and role-based access control (RBAC) functionalities required for the modernization of client's radiation exposure management. - Design, develop, and maintain backend services and RESTful APIs for client modules, including dosimeter ingestion, inventory, and exposure tracking. - Implement secure data pipelines and microservices that integrate with AWS GovCloud, Greengrass IoT gateways, and enterprise systems. - Ensure all backend components comply with DoD IL4, FedRAMP, RMF, and cybersecurity requirements. - Collaborate with product owners, solution architects, and frontend engineers to define API contracts and support end-to-end system integration. - Support the migration of legacy data and services into the modernized platform, ensuring data integrity and auditability. - Implement and maintain automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and DevSecOps practices for backend codebases. - Develop and maintain technical documentation for backend services, APIs, and integration points. - Troubleshoot, optimize, and enhance backend performance, scalability, and reliability to meet operational requirements. - Participate in code reviews, security assessments, and compliance audits as required by contract and SOW. - Provide technical support for user acceptance testing, deployment, and ongoing operations of backend services. Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field such as engineering or mathematics (e.g., Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or Information Systems). - Minimum 3 years of experience with software engineering. - Minimum 1 year of experience with applying programming concepts in a professional or academic setting. - Minimum 1 year of experience with applying modern software development methodologies (e.g., agile, DEVOPS/DEVSECOPS) in a professional or academic setting. - US Citizen with the ability to obtain a Secret Clearance. Requirements - Experience developing backend services and APIs for cloud-based, IoT-enabled, or regulated federal systems. - Agile Developer certification or Certified Scrum Developer certification. - Proficiency in Python, Java, or similar languages used for backend and API development. - Familiarity with AWS GovCloud, Greengrass, and secure data integration in DoD environments. - Experience implementing RBAC, organizational hierarchy, and secure authentication/authorization mechanisms. - Knowledge of DoD cybersecurity, privacy, and RMF requirements for IL4/IL5 systems. - Experience with automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and DevSecOps practices. - Strong documentation and communication skills, including the ability to produce technical specifications and API documentation. - Experience supporting data migration, legacy system integration, and operational troubleshooting in large-scale enterprise environments. Benefits - Starting pay range for this remote role is $68,076 - $141,826. - Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including the candidate’s actual work location, relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications. - This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation based on individual and/or company performance. - This position is eligible for company benefits including: - Medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution. - Flexible spending or health savings account. - Life and AD&D insurance. - Short and long term disability coverage. - Paid time off. - Employee assistance. - Participation in a 401k program with company match. - Additional voluntary or legally-required benefits.