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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr Backend Developer - **Company:** BDR Solutions - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $130,000.0 - $150,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Server Applications, Automation of Tests, Unit Testing, Code Coverage, Information Systems, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Github, Performance Tuning, Scrum Methodology, Selenium, Software Engineering, SonarQube, Web Platforms, Cloud Platform System, Spring Cloud, Software Security, Scalability Testing, Backend, Git, Integration Tests, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Restful APIs, Appdynamics, Jenkins, Microservices - **Published:** August 30, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9036971/sr-backend-developer ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field. * This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust background investigation. * Minimum Requirements: Favorable Tier 2 - Moderate Risk Public Trust (SF-85P) investigation. * Elevated Eligibility: Tier 4 - High Risk Public Trust (SF-85P) investigation, if duties involve elevated system privileges, access to sensitive systems * Staff-Like Access: Contractor personnel must receive a favorable suitability determination before being granted staff-like access to IRS information systems. * 7+ years of back-end development experience, including at least 3+ years in a senior or lead developer role. * Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments delivering iterative releases. * Familiarity with cloud environments, FedRAMP, FISMA, and NIST 800-53 standards. * Experience with tools such as Jenkins, Git, SonarQube, NexusIQ, Selenium, and AppDynamics. Preferred: * CompTIA Sec+ (or equivalent baseline DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification) (Preferred). * AWS Certified Developer - Associate (or equivalent cloud certification) (Preferred). * Certified Scrum Developer (CSD) or other Agile-related certification (Preferred). * AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate or Professional (Preferred). * Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) or similar container-related certification (Preferred). * Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP) or similar secure software development credential (Preferred). ## Description The Sr. Back-End Developer will focus on building secure, scalable, and high-performing server-side applications and APIs. The developer will work closely with cross-functional teams, including front-end engineers, DevOps, cybersecurity, and IRS stakeholders, to design, develop and maintain back-end solutions aligned with cloud and security standards, * Lead the design and development of secure back-end services, RESTful APIs, and microservices that integrate with IRS digital platforms. * Implement best practices for cloud-native applications in an AWS and Kubernetes-based environment, ensuring compliance with IRS Publication 4812, NIST 800-53, and FISMA requirements. * Collaborate with product owners, technical leads, and stakeholders to refine user stories and translate them into functional back-end features. * Support CI/CD processes using Jenkins, GitHub Actions, and SonarQube, including automated testing and secure deployments. * Perform unit testing, integration testing, and assist in developing automated test cases to ensure 90%+ code coverage for critical functionality. * Troubleshoot and resolve production issues, providing root cause analysis and implementing long-term fixes. * Contribute to performance tuning, scalability testing, and capacity planning to meet IRS standards for availability and load performance. ## Related Videos - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Innovating Developer Tools with AI: Insights from GitHub Next](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1268-innovating-developer-tools-with-ai-insights-from-github-next) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) - [Backstage in Practice: Offloading Developer Operational Work Through Platform Self-Service](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1922-backstage-in-practice-offloading-developer-operational-work-through-platform-self-service) ## Related Articles - [What’s the Difference Between Frontend and Backend Development?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/240-what-s-the-difference-between-frontend-and-backend-development) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Backend Developer Salary in Germany [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/196-backend-developer-salary-in-germany-2023) - [20 Essential Tools For Backend Development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/218-20-essential-tools-for-backend-development) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer)