Back-End Developer

Booz Allen Hamilton; Hamilton (AK); On-site; USD 86,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking an experienced back-end developer to design, implement, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs. You will work with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, reliable systems using modern tools and open-source frameworks.

The role requires strong software engineering skills, experience with Java and Docker containerization, and an active TS/SCI clearance. You will contribute to mission-focused projects and advance your technical career in a collaborative

Qualifications

• 3+ years of software development experience including maintenance and support
• Experience with Java and Docker containerization
• Active TS/SCI clearance and willingness to take a polygraph

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain backend services with scalable architectures
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver solutions
• Leverage open-source tools and modern frameworks to improve performance and reliability

Skills

Software development

Java

Docker

Unbounded data streams

Cross-functional teamwork

Security clearance

Education

Associate degree + 5+ years software engineering

Bachelor's degree + 3+ years software engineering

Tools

Kubernetes

Python

Kotlin

Job description

The Opportunity:

As a back-end developer, you know that a good site or system needs the right combination of clean code, APIs, analytics, and infrastructure to develop a user-focused solution. We’re looking for an experienced back-end developer with the software engineering skills it takes to identify potential risks, contribute to solution development, and create efficient and effective systems for our clients.

As a back-end developer at Booz Allen, you’ll use the latest architectural approaches and open-source frameworks and tools to deliver solutions. Using your software engineering experience, you’ll work with the development team to create custom tools, systems, and sites with consistent performance and scalability.

In this role, you’ll make a mission-forward impact as you further your skill set and career. Work with us as we shape systems for the better.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• 3+ years of experience implementing, maintaining, and supporting new and ongoing software development
• 3+ years of experience in software development using basic programming languages, technologies, tools, or web development stacks
• Experience with Java
• Experience with Docker containerization
• Experience working with unbounded data streams
• Experience creating solutions to complex problems within a collaborative, cross-functional team
• Active TS/SCI clearance; willingness to take a polygraph exam
• Associate’s degree and 5+ years of experience with software engineering, or Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of experience with software engineering

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with Agile methodology, extreme programming, software engineering, product management, and software products
• Experience with Kubernetes cluster
• Experience with Kotlin and Python
• Experience writing source code for new applications or generating and enhancing code samples for existing applications
• Experience acquiring client requirements and resolving workflow problems through automation optimization
• Ability to work with automated testing tools to perform testing and maintenance
• Master’s degree

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page. Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model

Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.