Backend Developer; Top Secret clearance

Please note:

This role is contingent upon a contract award. While it is not an immediate opening, we are actively conducting interviews and extending offers in anticipation of the award.

We are looking for a Backend Developer to join our team and help build robust, scalable, and high‑performance backend systems. This role focuses on enhancing system performance, optimizing data processing workflows, and ensuring seamless system integrations. The ideal candidate will also be responsible for maintaining system stability and reliability, especially during periods of high‑demand usage.

Primarily remote, with occasional business travel to Washington, D.C. and Monterrey, California.

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services and APIs to support web and mobile applications.
• Enhance system performance and scalability to ensure responsiveness under high-load conditions.
• Optimize data processing pipelines and storage solutions for efficiency and reliability.
• Integrate with internal and third‑party systems, ensuring secure and seamless data exchange.
• Monitor and troubleshoot backend systems to maintain uptime and performance.
• Collaborate with frontend developers, Dev Ops, and product teams to deliver end‑to‑end solutions.
• Implement best practices for code quality, testing, and deployment.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of development processes.

• Candidate must have an active Top Secret clearance or higher.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in backend development using languages such as Python, Java, Node.js, .NET or Go.

• Strong understanding of RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, and system integrations.
• Experience with databases (SQL and No
  
  SQL), caching strategies, and message queues.
• Familiarity with performance tuning, load balancing, and monitoring tools.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.

• Highly effective analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making capabilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interface effectively at all levels of the business.
• Organized, detail oriented and able to prioritize and multitask.

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting‑edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email C and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

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At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in‑person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at c We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

The pay range for this position based on full‑time employment is:

$81,094.00 - $ Nationwide Remote Office (US99)