Backend Developer SME

<p></p> <p>Freedom Technology Solutions Group is seeking a <strong>Software Engineer (Backend Developer)</strong> to support our client’s&nbsp;intelligence analysis products and capabilities. This position involves providing software development capabilities&nbsp;to enhance existing and emerging client capabilities, including design and development, modernization of existing&nbsp;applications and services, and operations and sustainment. The role focuses on driving the client’s adaptation of&nbsp;higher levels of automation and operational efficiency through agile development methodologies, rapid&nbsp;prototyping, and modern technology stacks.</p> <p>The SME Backend Developer provides technical and management leadership for major backend and&nbsp;geospatial technology initiatives. Serves as a domain expert, directs client-facing activities, and has overall&nbsp;responsibility for strategy, execution, and outcomes.</p> <p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Define enterprise-level backend architecture strategies and modernization roadmaps.</li> <li>Provide technical leadership on geospatial platform development and integration.</li> <li>Oversee development, operations, and sustainment of backend systems across cloud, hybrid, and data center environments.</li> <li>Participate in and enforce DevSecOps standards, CI/CD practices, and engineering governance</li> <li>Interface with senior client leadership, negotiate requirements, and drive technical consensus.</li> <li>Ensure alignment of technology execution with client mission objectives.</li> <li>Serve as a thought leader in backend, cloud, and geospatial communities.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Key Technologies</strong></p> <ul> <li>Backend development (Python, Node.js, Java, or similar)</li> <li>AWS services (S3, Lambda, SQS, SNS, ECS, ECR, IAM)</li> <li>Event-driven and serverless architectures</li> <li>API development and integration patterns</li> <li>Containerization (Docker/Podman) and container registries</li> <li>Data pipelines and metrics generation for dashboards and operational visibility</li> <li>CI/CD pipelines (GitLab CI/CD or similar)</li> <li>Large-scale data transfer, processing, and orchestration</li> <li>Logging, monitoring, and distributed system debugging</li> <li>Secure development practices (IAM, ABAC, FGAC, least privilege access)</li> <li>Ability to work in Agile environments and collaborate across technical and mission teams</li> </ul> <p><strong>Required Qualifications</strong></p> <ul> <li>Active TS/SCI security clearance (eligible for CI Poly).</li> <li>14+ years of backend software development experience with demonstrated technical leadership</li> <li>Expertise in modern cloud-native development using languages such as Python, Java, and JavaScript</li> <li>Extensive experience with DevSecOps frameworks, CI/CD pipelines, and Agile/SAFe methodologies</li> <li>Proven experience designing and delivering scalable, distributed backend systems</li> <li>Experience leading large-scale technical efforts, including architecture, staffing, and execution</li> <li>Strong client engagement skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders</li> <li>Experience using GitLab for source control and CI/CD pipelines</li> <li>Experience developing custom code, scripts, and services for complex data processing and integration</li> </ul> <p><strong>Desired Qualifications</strong></p> <ul> <li>Experience working directly with clients to define requirements and develop user stories</li> <li>Experience with geospatial systems, imagery products (e.g., SAR/RADAR), or GEOINT workflows</li> <li>Experience developing or integrating GIS platforms and geospatial data formats</li> <li>Familiarity with geospatial tools and platforms (PostGIS, Oracle Spatial ArcGIS SocketGXP etc.)</li> <li>Experience implementing standards-based APIs (e.g., OGC standards (WFS, STAC, WMS)</li> <li>Experience with data analytics, visualization pipelines, or metrics-driven platforms</li> <li>Experience developing automated processing or detection algorithms</li> <li>Experience with workflow orchestration tools (e.g., Argo Workflows)</li> </ul> <p></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p><div class="content-conclusion"><p>&nbsp;</p> <div><strong>What’s in It for You?</strong></div> <div>Flexible work environment</div> <div>A team mentality – work with friendly, like-minded professionals</div> <div>Work with innovative, cutting edge technologies</div> <div>Enjoy extremely competitive compensation and benefits</div> <div>A work-life balance you can count on</div> <div>Opportunities to grow and advance your career on our dime</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div><strong>The Benefits You Get with Freedom</strong></div> <div>Amazing benefits including matching 401k, fully paid medical, and more</div> <div>Generous paid time off – including paid site closure days</div> <div>Competitive salary offerings</div> <div>Paid training and tuition reimbursement</div> <div>Referral bonuses</div> <div>Fully paid life and disability</div> <div>Annual logo wear allowance</div> <div>Company sponsored events (game nights, holiday party, summer party, happy hours)</div> <div>Interested in learning more about Freedom and our culture?&nbsp; Contact us today!&nbsp; We’re constantly hosting hiring events in our office and elsewhere, to help you get a sense of what life is like at Freedom before joining the team.</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability or veteran status</div> <div><a class="postings-link" href="https://mandatoryview.com/?LicenceId=68AE0E8B-8F89-4338-AECF-06FBE1679FD2&amp;ProductType=OnlineApplicant">Applicant Federal &amp; E-Verify Postings</a></div> <div>VEVRAA Federal Contractor</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div><strong>Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at</strong></div> <div><strong>Phone: 410-290-9035&nbsp;</strong></div> <div><strong>Email: recruiting@goftsg.com</strong></div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div><strong>Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.</strong></div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div><strong>If you want to view the EEO Law poster, please choose your language:&nbsp;</strong><a class="postings-link" href="https://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf">English</a>&nbsp;-&nbsp;<a class="postings-link" href="https://www.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster_spanish.pdf">Spanish</a>&nbsp;-&nbsp;<a class="postings-link" href="https://www.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster_arabic.pdf">Arabic</a>&nbsp;-&nbsp;<a class="postings-link" href="https://www.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster_chinese.pdf">Chinese</a></div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div><strong>If you want to view the EEO Law Supplement poster, please choose your language:&nbsp;</strong><a class="postings-link" href="https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf">English</a>&nbsp;-&nbsp;<a class="postings-link" href="https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_SP_JRFQA508c.pdf">Spanish</a>&nbsp;-&nbsp;<a class="postings-link" href="https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_CH_JRFQA508c.pdf">Chinese</a></div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div><strong>If you want to view the Pay Transparency Policy Statement, please click the link:&nbsp;</strong><a class="postings-link" href="https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_formattedESQA508c.pdf">English</a></div> <p>&nbsp;</p></div>