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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Back-End Developer - **Company:** Maximus, Inc. - **Location:** Tucson, AZ, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $145,000.0 - $170,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, JIRA, Bash Shell, Bug Tracking Systems, Cloud Computing, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Data Integration, Relational Databases, Junit, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Apache Maven, Cisco Nexus Switches, Object-Oriented Software Development, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ansible, Requirements Management, Software Deployment, Software Engineering, System Testing, Systems Integration, Web Applications, Web Testing, Scripting, Test-Driven Development (TDD), Backend, Kubernetes, Restful APIs, Devsecops, Microservices - **Published:** August 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/senior-back-end-developer-tucson-az--2553a4e2-e6a2-4d50-811f-bb2b37f5bfbe ## About the Role An active TS/SCI clearance required. - 10 years of overall experience in the functional area. - A bachelor's degree in related field required. - A master's degree may substitute for 2 years of experience. - 10 years of software development experience in object-oriented and scripted languages with the ability to apply several tool suites related to DevSecOps, microservices and containers. - 5 years of recent and relevant experience performing back-end web design and development. - Demonstrated experience in preparing, conducting, and documenting various systems tests and results to verify system operability and compliance with project standards and requirements. - Demonstrated experience in relational databases, RESTful API development and integration. - 5 years experience in Python and PostgreSQL. - 5 years of experience with bug tracking software (e.g., Jira). - 5 years of experience testing web-based applications. - 5 years of experience leading software development programs or projects. - Practical experience developing in a cloud environment. - 3 years of experience with the following: AWS Infrastructure, Kubernetes, and RedHat Linux. - 10 years of experience with Relational databases with at least 5 years of PostgreSQL applied experience. - 5 years of experience with at least five (5) of the following: - BASH - Spring - Ansible - JUnit5 - Nexus Repository - Maven Preferred Skills and Qualifications: - Experience with integrating data from unclassified to classified application deployments. - 5 years of experience with DoD software development. - Experience using Agile Test-Driven development. - Experience integrating into DoD DevSecOps environments. - 5 years experience with CI/CD software development. #techjobs #clearance #veteransPage #DODAIRFORCE-CICD #LI-remote, Agile Programming Methodologies, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Analysis Skills, Ansible, Application Programming Interface (API), Atlassian JIRA, Bash Scripting, Bug Tracking Software, Cloud Computing, Consulting, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Data Modeling, Database Administration, Documentation, Functional Requirements Document (FRD), Internet Application, JUnit, Leadership, Maven, Microservices, Object Oriented Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP) Languages, PostgreSQL, Procedure Development, Process Improvement, Python Programming/Scripting Language, REST (Representational State Transfer), Red Hat Linux Operating System, Regulatory Compliance, Relational Databases (RDBMS), Requirements Management, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Software Development, System Integration (SI), System Test, Test Driven Development (TDD), Testing, Top Secret Clearance, United States Department of Defense (DoD), Web Design, Web ## Description Responsible for providing analytical skills to support process improvement, specialized studies, and definition of requirements. - Typical duties include analysis, planning, developing requirements documents, building functional models, developing procedures, developing functional architectures, and other related management and technical duties. - Requires expertise in specialty areas. - Shall perform engineering tasks for back-end design and development efforts, including but not limited to, developing back-end architectures to support current and new system capabilities and integrations, RESTful API development and modification, database management, and data model development and optimization. ## Related Videos - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Developing the Backend with Stefan Lingler, CTO at Shpock](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100360-developing-the-backend-with-stefan-lingler-cto-at-shpock) - [How Unit Testing Saved My Career](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1642-how-unit-testing-saved-my-career) - 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