Backend Developer
Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid)
Work Type: Full Time
Job Description: Gridiron is looking to hire a Backend Developer with an active Top Secret Clearance. You will need to be able to effectively maintain, debug, and advance the features of the production system by working effectively as one of several developers on a team. To do this, you will need to understand how to use Git source control, Jira ticketing for bugs and features, and documentation development on Confluence. For this specific role, a developer should be familiar with most of the technologies as listed, but is expected to remain flexible to changes in the technology stack and to learn new skills independently as the needs of the product change over time.
- ResponsibilitiesDefine, assign, and resolve bugs, features, and tasks to enhance or maintain a production codebase using Git source code management within an agile software development team.
- Effectively modify backend services, including cloud serverless artifacts and databases, as well as frontend user interface components, to merge quality software into an operational IC system.
- Participate in multiple weekly agile development working sessions to ensure timely releases of bug fixes and new features.
- Participate in peer reviews of merge requests from team members
- Perform pre-release testing of bug fixes and new features
- QualificationsBachelor’s degree or equivalent in computer science, computer engineering, mathematics, or related fields requiring extensive use of software development. Masters Degree to substitute years of experience
- 4-6 of overall IT Experience
- 2+ years of Python experience or certifications (Python 2,3)
- Amazon API Gateway
- AWS Lambda or relevant experience
- AWS developer associate or higher certification
- Experience with software testing to include unit testing and the use of testing frameworks on both the backend and frontend
- Desired Qualifications:Familiarity and experience with the Intelligence Community (IC), and the intel cycle.
- Experience working in Agile and Scrum methodologies.
- Experience in backlog management, including Epic, Feature, User Story development, and refinement
- Experience with Confluence and Jira.
- Experience with the Microsoft 365 (M365) suite.
- Ability to be on-site 60% of the time at a client SCIF located in Washington, D.C.
- Strong verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment and build strong relationships with team members.
Clearance
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range: $120,000-$175,000 (Compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, skills, education, certifications, seniority, and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.)
Benefits: Gridiron offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), disability & ADD insurance, life and pet insurance to eligible employees. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Gridiron’s benefits programs.
Gridiron IT Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status.
Gridiron IT is a Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) headquartered in the Washington, D.C. area that supports our clients' missions throughout the United States. Gridiron IT specializes in providing comprehensive IT services tailored to meet the needs of federal agencies. Our capabilities include IT Infrastructure & Cloud Services, Cyber Security, Software Integration & Development, Data Solution & AI, and Enterprise Applications. These capabilities are backed by Gridiron IT's experienced workforce and our commitment to ensuring we meet and exceed our clients' expectations.
