Microservices​/API Developer Security Clearance

Position: Microservices / API Developer with Security Clearance
Microservices / API Developer

Location:

Remote (with occasional on-site support in Crystal City, VA as needed)
Clearance:
Secret

Employment Type:

Full-Time About Rogue Think
Rogue Think is a forward-thinking IT services provider supporting mission-critical federal programs. We deliver secure, high-impact technology solutions in classified environments while fostering a culture of integrity, accountability, and technical excellence.

Position Overview
The Microservices / API Developer supports the design, development, testing, and maintenance of modern, service-oriented applications supporting mission-critical federal programs. This role focuses on building scalable, secure microservices and APIs that integrate with distributed systems and cloud-native platforms.
The developer will work closely with platform, Dev Sec Ops , and system engineering teams to deliver reliable application services that meet performance, security, and mission requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and maintain microservices and RESTful APIs supporting mission applications.

• Implement backend services using modern programming languages and frameworks.

• Collaborate with architects and senior engineers to design service-oriented and event-driven architectures.

• Integrate APIs with databases, messaging systems, and external services.

• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following established coding standards.

• Participate in code reviews and incorporate feedback to improve code quality.

• Support unit testing, integration testing, and automated testing efforts.

• Assist with troubleshooting, debugging, and resolving application defects.

• Work with Dev Sec Ops  teams to support CI/CD pipelines and automated deployments.

• Support containerized application development and deployment in Kubernetes environments.

• Participate in agile development ceremonies and sprint planning activities.

• Develop and maintain technical documentation related to application components and APIs.

• Follow secure coding practices and support application security requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 2–6 years of relevant software development experience

• Active Secret Clearance

• Demonstrated experience developing backend services and APIs

• Proficiency in at least one modern backend language (e.g., Java, Python, C#, Go, Node.js)

• Hands-on experience building RESTful APIs and working with JSON-based services

• Familiarity with microservices architecture concepts and service-to-service communication

• Working knowledge of relational and/or No

SQL databases

• Experience using version control systems (Git)

• Familiarity with CI/CD tools and automated build pipelines

• Understanding of basic Linux operating system concepts

• Ability to debug, troubleshoot, and resolve application-level issues

Preferred Qualifications

• Background supporting classified federal programs

• Exposure to containerization technologies (Docker)

• Familiarity with Kubernetes-based application deployments

• Experience with API gateways and service discovery

• Knowledge of messaging or streaming platforms (Kafka, Rabbit

MQ, Active

MQ, etc.)

• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)

• Understanding of secure coding standards and application security best practices

• Experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments

• Exposure to Infrastructure as Code or configuration management concepts

• Experience supporting modernization of legacy applications into microservices Why Join Rogue Think
You will work on mission-critical federal programs that directly support national security and government transformation while collaborating with a high-performance engineering team that values innovation, autonomy, and technical excellence. This role provides access to secure development environments, exposure to emerging technologies, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth, including supported technical training, certifications, and clearance upgrades. Benefits at Rogue Think
At Rogue Think, we believe our people are our greatest strength. We are committed to creating a supportive, rewarding, and growth-oriented environment. Our…