Backend Developer Junior 790

Freedom Technology Solutions Group; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible environment

Team mentality

Cutting-edge technologies

Competitive compensation

Work-life balance

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Freedom Technology Solutions Group is seeking a junior Backend Developer to apply fundamental backend concepts under close supervision, gaining hands-on experience with modern software practices in a DevSecOps context.

You will assist with secure coding in AWS-based cloud apps, collaborate with senior engineers in Agile ceremonies, perform unit testing, and contribute to knowledge sharing while growing your career within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of software development experience.
• Basic knowledge of DevSecOps pipelines and Agile practices.
• Understanding of cloud computing concepts (AWS preferred, Microsoft, GCP, and others).
• Familiarity with containerization (Docker/Kubernetes).

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementing secure coding practices within a DevSecOps pipeline.
• Contribute to cloud-based application development and deployment in AWS environments.
• Collaborate with senior developers in Agile ceremonies (daily scrums, sprint planning, retrospectives).
• Perform unit testing and support integration testing.
• Document work performed and contribute to knowledge-sharing repositories.

Skills

DevSecOps basics

Cloud concepts

Docker/Kubernetes

Job description

Freedom Technology Solutions Groups is looking to add a junior Backend Developer to the team! The Junior Backend Developer applies fundamental concepts, processes, and procedures to technical assignments in backend development. This role provides an opportunity to build hands‑on experience with modern software development practices under close supervision.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with implementing secure coding practices within a DevSecOps pipeline.
• Contribute to cloud-based application development and deployment in AWS environments.
• Collaborate with senior developers in Agile ceremonies (daily scrums, sprint planning, retrospectives).
• Perform unit testing and support integration testing.
• Document work performed and contribute to knowledge-sharing repositories.

Qualifications:

• 0–2 years of software development experience.
• Basic knowledge of DevSecOps pipelines and Agile practices.
• Understanding of cloud computing concepts (AWS preferred, Microsoft, GCP, and others).
• Familiarity with containerization (Docker/Kubernetes).

What’s in It for You?

Flexible work environment

A team mentality – work with friendly, like-minded professionals

Work with innovative, cutting edge technologies

Enjoy extremely competitive compensation and benefits

A work-life balance you can count on

Opportunities to grow and advance your career on our dime

The Benefits You Get with Freedom

Amazing benefits including matching 401k, fully paid medical, and more

Generous paid time off – including paid site closure days

Competitive salary offerings

Paid training and tuition reimbursement

Fully paid life and disability

Company sponsored events (game nights, holiday party, summer party, happy hours)

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