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# Backend Software Engineer

- **Company:** The Joule
- **Location:** Gaithersburg, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Temporary to permanent
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Component-Based Software Engineering, Code Review, Data Transformation, Data Retrieval, Relational Databases, Database Queries, Software Debugging, Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, Object-Oriented Software Development, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Systems Integration, Backend, Information Technology, Restful APIs
- **Published:** October 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/16_060c667d

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field with 4-8 years of experience; or a Master's degree with 2-6 years of experience
 * US Citizenship
 * Active TS/SCI with the ability to successfully pass a Polygraph
 * Professional experience developing object-oriented applications in Java or Python
 * Hands-on experience building and maintaining RESTful APIs
 * Basic to moderate experience with SQL capability, including writing queries and working with relational databases
 * Working knowledge of Linux-based environments
 * Ability to work independently on defined tasks within established technical frameworks and deliver reliable results

## Description

Job Title: Mid-Level Backend Software Engineer-TS/SCI Location: Gaithersburg, MD Type: Contract To Hire Compensation: Work Model: Onsite Hours: 40.0 Security Clearance: Top Secret/SCI, * Design, develop, test, and maintain backend application components using Java or Python

 * Develop and maintain RESTful services to support application functionality and system integrations
 * Apply object-oriented design principles to build scalable and maintainable systems
 * Write and modify SQL queries to support application functionality and data retrieval
 * Collaborate with internal and external teams to understand data sources, formats, and access methods, and support integration into backend systems
 * Develop and troubleshoot applications within Linux-based environments
 * Implement backend logic for data transformation, processing, and system workflows
 * Identify, debug, and resolve application-level defects and performance issues
 * Follow coding standards, participate in code reviews, and support documentation efforts