Backend Developer – J2 Knowledge Management

The Garrett Group; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Paid Time Off

Flexible schedules

Health coverage

Dental & Vision

Job summary

The GARRETT GROUP is seeking a Journeyman-level Backend Developer with strong data analysis and back-end development experience to support joint military environments and intelligence-related workflows. You will help automate, integrate, and modernize applications across distributed teams, leveraging cloud and security-aware practices.

Ideal candidates will independently deliver complete technical solutions, work with various tools, and communicate effectively with senior officials while

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in backend development and data analysis.
• Experience with web services and API integration.
• Familiarity with DoD security practices and cloud environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain backend services for joint military environments.
• Analyze data and support information-sharing workflows across teams.
• Automate processes and integrate new/legacy systems via APIs.
• Ensure security and authentication in cloud-based projects.

Skills

JavaScript

Python

SQL

REST APIs

JSON/JSONP

Notepad++

SharePoint

O365

Node.js

Web services

Tools

Visual Studio

Job description

Backend Developer - J2 Knowledge Management

Location: Offutt AFB, NE Clearance: Active TS/SCI

Join a Mission-Driven Team at The GARRETT GROUP

At The GARRETT GROUP, we believe the best solutions begin with a great team of people. When you join us, you become part of a collaborative, mission‑focused community committed to excellence in everything we do. We take pride in supporting our nation’s most critical missions while creating an environment where our employees can thrive.

Our team members enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including a competitive 401(k) with company match, generous Paid Time Off, flexible work schedules, medical, dental, and vision coverage, short‑term disability, and company‑paid life insurance.

Position Overview

The Garrett Group is seeking a Journeyman-level Backend Developer with strong Subject Matter Expert experience in Data Analysis and Back‑End Development to support joint military environments and intelligence‑related business processes. The ideal candidate is an innovative self‑starter who works independently with minimal oversight and consistently delivers complete, well‑crafted technical solutions. This role supports automation, application integration, data management, cloud modernization, and information‑sharing functions across geographically dispersed organizations.

General Qualifications

Candidate must possess and demonstrate at least three years of experience in the following areas:

• Conducting customer surveys to gather feedback and requirements to improve processes, applications, information sharing, and collaboration across distributed teams.
• Analysis, problem solving, and troubleshooting technical issues related to web development, web page rendering, latency, and authentication/access problems.
• Performing administrative duties in a joint military environment with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel) and SharePoint 2019 / M365 or later. Experience administering web services supporting IM/KM functions is required.
• Training and educating customer bases on existing and newly implemented applications, including producing documentation such as training materials, SOPs, and flowcharts.
• Using technology to streamline unique business processes in support of organizational effectiveness. Experience with IM/KM intelligence tools, processes, and activities is highly desired.
• Communicating with senior‑ranking government and military officials, with demonstrated ability to translate complex technical concepts into clearly understandable terms.

Specific Qualifications

Candidate must demonstrate at least three years of Journeyman-level experience in the following:

• Acting as a Subject Matter Expert in Data Analysis and Backend Development, working independently, flexibly, and communicating effectively in both written and oral formats.
• Supporting office and business process automation using productivity tools such as O365 to collate data and streamline workflows.
• Using JavaScript, Python, JSON/JSONP, REST calls, and SQL to modify and manipulate new or existing APIs to integrate new and legacy capabilities.
• Using web design and development tools including Notepad++, SharePoint Designer, or similar tools. Working knowledge of Visual Studio is a plus.
• Creating customized workflows and web‑based forms and automating IM/KM processes using XSLT, XSL‑FO, Java, JavaScript, Perl, Python, shell scripting, and/or node.js.
• Managing data security on DoD classified networks for both client‑side and server‑side applications.
• Implementing authentication security features and protocols in new or existing projects.
• Creating, updating, maintaining, and troubleshooting applications in cloud‑based environments. Security+ certification is highly desired.
• Integrating data from two or more data sources into a single dashboard with filterable, searchable, and user‑friendly features.

The GARRETT GROUP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.