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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Mid Software Developer - Backend - **Company:** Trilogy - **Location:** Bridgeport, WV, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $111,000.0 - $114,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Apache ActiveMQ, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Amazon S3, Applicant Tracking Systems, Software Applications, Confluence, JIRA, Build Automation, Automation of Tests, Unit Testing, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Code Review, Computer Programming, Relational Databases, DevOps, Distributed Data Store, Amazon DynamoDB, Elasticsearch, Github, Design of User Interfaces, Apache HBase, IBM WebSphere MQ, Image Management, Junit, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Apache Maven, Message Broker, Microsoft SQL Server, MongoDB, MySQL, Cisco Nexus Switches, Node.Js, NoSQL, Octopus Deploy, Object-Oriented Software Development, OpenShift, Oracle (Applications), Pair Programming, Scrum Methodology, RabbitMQ, Redis, Ruby, Next.js, Search Technologies, Shell Script, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Apache Solr, Utility Software, Web Application Frameworks, Datadog, Data Logging, Data Processing, Test-Driven Development (TDD), ReactJS, Apache Spark, Spring-boot, Kubernetes Helm Charts, Reliability of Systems, Backend, Gitlab, Cloudformation, SC Clearance, Kotlin, Event Driven Architecture, Amazon Relational Database Service, Containerization, AngularJS, Gitlab-ci, Integration Tests, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Atlassian Tools, Apache Kafka, Build Tools, Bitbucket, Graphql, 3-tier Architectures, Functional Programming, Kibana, Restful APIs, Terraform, Dynatrace, Elk Stack, Jenkins, Artifactory, Microservices - **Published:** August 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/jobad/usdc33bf9f5924cc579f55b4724e156d37 ## About the Role * Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 5 years of work experience or Associate's Degree with a minimum of 7 years of experience. * Active Tier 3 Secret clearance (or higher). * Strong proficiency in Object-Oriented Programming, Java, and the Spring Boot framework * Experience developing microservices, REST APIs, and cloud native applications. * Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, Helm charts, and container orchestration in OpenShift or similar platforms * Experience designing, developing, and operating solutions in AWS or other cloud platforms. * Hands-on experience with Apache Kafka for event-driven architectures and enterprise message brokers (IBM MQ, RabbitMQ, or ActiveMQ) * Experience with observability tooling including distributed tracing, structured logging, and metrics collection (OpenTelemetry, Kibana, ELK stack) * Experience operating within GitOps practices (GitLab, GitHub, Bitbucket, ArgoCD, etc.). * Experience working within Agile frameworks, including participation in Scrum/SAFe ceremonies. * Familiarity with Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket). * Ability to write clear technical documentation including API docs, architecture decisions, and implementation notes Nice to have: * Experience with artifact repository managers (Artifactory, Nexus, or similar) for dependency and container image management * Demonstrate a positive, collaborative attitude and a commitment to team success * Take pride in delivering high-quality, reliable software that supports a mission-critical system * Demonstrate accountability for assigned work and shared team outcomes * Engage constructively in Agile ceremonies and technical discussions * Maintain a strong work ethic, professionalism, and respect for teammates, stakeholders, and mission priorities * Adapts to change and approaches challenges with a solution-oriented mindset How success is measured Candidates who excel in this role will demonstrate: * A positive, collaborative attitude and strong commitment to team success. * Ability to deliver high quality, reliable software supporting mission critical operations. * Accountability for individual and shared team outcomes. * Strong communication skills and ability to engage constructively in Agile ceremonies. * (for Mid) Ability to mentor junior developers and contribute to shared engineering growth. * Flexibility, adaptability, and a solution-oriented mindset in complex technical environments. * Ability to collaborate with architects, DevOps engineers, and product teams to drive modernization outcomes. The following capabilities, while not required, are increasingly valuable for supporting modern cloud programs and candidate evaluation: Cloud & DevOps Enhancements: * Experience with AWS services such as EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, DynamoDB, or similar cloud technologies. * Experience building and optimizing CI/CD pipelines (GitLab CI, Jenkins, GitHub Actions). * Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation. * Knowledge of Linux administration, shell scripting, and environment automation. * Full-Stack Development Capabilities * Experience with modern JavaScript frameworks such as React, Next.js, or Angular. * Knowledge of GraphQL, responsive UI development, and front-end integration patterns. Additional Programming Strengths Experience with one or more of the following is beneficial but not required: * Python * Go * Kotlin * Node.js * C++ / C# * Ruby Data & Search Technologies: * Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL, Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL). * Experience with NoSQL systems (MongoDB, DynamoDB, Redis). * Experience with distributed data systems such as Spark, HBase, or Solr. * Quality & Testing * Experience with unit testing, integration testing, TDD, or automated test frameworks (JUnit, etc.). * Experience with Elasticsearch * Experience with Maven for dependency management and build automation in Java projects ## Description ️ ACTIVE SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIRED. Candidates without an active clearance cannot be considered for this position. Mid Backend Software Developer About Trilogy Innovations At Trilogy Innovations, we are committed to driving meaningful change for our customers and communities through smart, innovative technology that solves real problems. As a growing systems and software engineering company, we partner across public and private sectors to modernize enterprise systems, strengthen security, and deliver high value solutions. We are scaling with purpose, investing in our people, processes, and platforms as we expand. We work hard, think creatively, and value every perspective as we push boundaries and build systems that matter. Who you are Trilogy Innovations is seeking Mid-Level Software Developers to provide remote support for a federal customer. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing, collaborative team and contribute to a multi-year initiative focused on modernizing large-scale, mission-critical IT systems. Ideal candidates are motivated technologists who thrive in dynamic environments and are eager to make a meaningful impact on high-visibility federal projects while working in a fully remote setting. This role requires at least a Secret Security Clearance, and primary work location is remote. On-Call Expectations: To support critical system needs, this role participates in a rotating on-call schedule for one week out of every four. During your on-call week, you'll be part of a responsive support team that helps ensure system reliability and continuity. * Acknowledge on-call contacts (phone, text, or email) within 15 minutes * Remain within reasonable access to your secure work laptop while on call * Log in and begin assessing or troubleshooting requests within 60 minutes of notification The on-call rotation is structured to provide balance while ensuring our federal partners receive timely, dependable support when it matters most. What you will do: * Develop, create, and modify general computer applications software or specialized utility programs. * Design, build, and maintain microservices in a cloud native architecture. * Operate and support an enterprise scale production system; identify, troubleshoot, and resolve complex system issues. * Analyze user needs to develop robust software solutions aligned with business and mission goals. * Analyze, design, and optimize relational and NoSQL databases within application ecosystems. * Participate in code reviews, pair programming, and mentoring of junior developers to promote engineering excellence. * Collaborate with cross functional teams including DevOps, QA, Security, Product, and Architecture. High-level objectives include, but are not limited to the following: * Migrate all current-system functionality from the mainframes and operate within a cloud-based environment (AWS GovCloud). * Transition investigative search capabilities to Elasticsearch or similar technologies to improve speed and analytical capabilities for law enforcement users. * Build new microservices using OpenShift based container platforms following scalable, cloud native patterns. * Implement full stack components where applicable, supporting UI integration layers using modern JavaScript frameworks. * Support integration with event driven architectures and high throughput data processing systems., We use this information to evaluate your application, communicate with you, verify your qualifications, and support our recruiting and hiring processes. If you are selected for a role, your information may be used for onboarding and employment purposes. Your information may be shared with authorized Trilogy personnel and trusted service providers, including our applicant tracking system, JazzHR. We may also disclose information where required by law or to protect our business and operations. We retain applicant information for as long as necessary to support recruiting activities and comply with legal requirements, typically up to two years after your application is no longer active. You may have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your personal information, subject to applicable law. You may also update your information through your candidate profile. Privacy Policy Notice By providing a telephone number and submitting this form, you are consenting to be contacted by SMS. Message frequency varies. Message & data rates may apply. Reply STOP to opt out of further messaging. Reply HELP for more information, and refer to our privacy policy at https://www.trilogyit.com/privacy-policy. 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