Technical Lead, Software Development, Backend Developer

Lead the architecture and delivery of secure, scalable software systems supporting complex public-sector missions. This senior hands-on engineering role spans system design, backend development, modernization, deployment, and operational support, while setting technical direction and mentoring other engineers.

• Lead software design, development, and modernization across the full delivery lifecycle.
• Build maintainable backend applications and REST or GraphQL APIs.
• Guide architecture reviews, system design discussions, and technical decisions.
• Partner with product, architecture, infrastructure, and Dev Sec Ops  teams on integrated solutions.
• Diagnose application, integration, and performance issues; support cloud modernization and platform improvements.
• Promote secure development, code quality, automated testing, CI/CD practices, and engineering standards; mentor less experienced engineers.

• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance.
• 9+ years of software engineering experience, including enterprise application development.
• Strong hands-on skills in Java, Spring Boot, OpenJDK, GraphQL, and REST APIs.
• Experience with distributed systems, microservices, integrations, and scalable enterprise applications.
• Knowledge of software architecture, design patterns, cloud-native development on AWS or Azure, and CI/CD workflows.
• Understanding of secure software development and API security, plus strong technical communication and leadership skills.

Experience with Docker or Kubernetes, event-driven or serverless architecture, Zero Trust principles, or federal government systems. A relevant bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is requested.

• remote work
• medical
• dental
• vision coverage
• life and disability insurance
• an employee assistance program
• a 401(k) with matching
• paid time off
• continuing education support
• wellness funding
• incentive programs