Software Engineer - Backend (TS/SCI with Polygraph REQUIRED)

The Back End Software Engineer will design and develop complex new software products, or make significant enhancements to existing software. The ideal candidate is a hands-on developer with significant experience in building modular, reusable services and features. They must have extensive, firsthand technical expertise in a modern service-oriented architecture. They must be at ease working in an Agile environment with little supervision. This person should embody a passion for continuous improvement and innovation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Build reusable components that align with the system design patterns.

• Optimize application for maximum speed and scalability.

• Participate in team design and code reviews

• Collaborate with a small team of engineers and designers to understand business requirements and user experience goals.

• Provide recommendations for continuous improvement

• Provide ongoing maintenance, support, and enhancements in existing systems and platforms.

• Troubleshoots complex problems and provides customer support for software systems and application issues.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical or Computer Engineering or a related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, technical training, or work/military experience.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Expert knowledge of NodeJS or Python.

• Experience designing complex discrete services.

• Experience in services for performance and scalability.

• Experience integrating with third party APIs.

• Proficient understanding of code versioning tools, such as Git

• Experience with Linux operating systems

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Docker or other container experience

• Hands-on experience working with Elastic and RabbitMQ (or other queue technology)

• NoSQL experience (i.e. MongoDB)

• Nifi experience

• Distributed architecture creation

• Cloud based architecture creation or experience

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
• Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career in software development at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your dedication to advancing innovation.

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