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# Senior Backend Developer - HYBRID

- **Company:** Zachary Piper
- **Location:** Washington, DC, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $160,000.0 - $210,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), Agile Methodology, Systems Engineering, User Authentication, Code Review, Information Systems, Data Structures, Relational Databases, Database Development, Image Management, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, OpenShift, Query Optimization, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Database Optimization, Software Security, Indexer, Backend, Database Migration, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Deployment Automation, Restful APIs, OpenSearch, Docker
- **Published:** November 6, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9294815/senior-backend-developer-hybrid

## About the Role

* 9+ years of experience in Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, Backend Development, or a related technical field.
 * Experience developing and maintaining backend applications and RESTful APIs using Python.
 * Strong experience with PostgreSQL, including relational data modeling, SQL development, schema migrations, query optimization, and indexing.
 * Experience with Docker, including Dockerfile creation, container image management, and container troubleshooting.
 * Experience deploying and supporting applications in Kubernetes and OpenShift environments.
 * Understanding of OpenSearch data structures, indexing, search functionality, and query development.
 * Experience with software testing, code reviews, technical documentation, and production support.
 * Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to translate customer requirements into technical solutions.
 * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field. A bachelor's degree may substitute for 4 years of experience and a master's degree may substitute for 6 years of experience.
 * Active TS/SCI Clearance with CI Polygraph., * Experience supporting software development efforts within Department of Defense environments.
 * Strong knowledge of Linux administration and Kubernetes concepts.
 * Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation.
 * Experience improving application security, performance, reliability, and accessibility.
 * Experience working within Agile software development environments.
 * Experience collaborating closely with product, operations, and security teams throughout the software lifecycle.

## Description

The Senior Backend Developer will design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications and services supporting complex operational missions. Join a team delivering critical capabilities that directly support national security objectives and mission success., * Design, develop, and maintain backend applications and services using Python, PostgreSQL, Docker, Kubernetes, and OpenSearch.

 * Develop and support REST APIs, including request validation, authentication, authorization, error handling, and integration with external systems.
 * Design and optimize PostgreSQL databases, including schema development, indexing strategies, query optimization, and database migrations.
 * Deploy, configure, troubleshoot, and support containerized applications in Kubernetes and OpenShift environments.
 * Collaborate with customers, product owners, developers, operations personnel, and security teams to define requirements, estimate work, review code, resolve production issues, and deliver reliable software solutions.