Backend Web Developer

Benz Technology; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Benz Technology is seeking a backend-focused software engineer to join an agile delivery team at Fort Meade, MD. You will develop and enhance web applications, focusing on backend services and REST API integration.

The role requires 4+ years of web development experience, hands-on API design/consumption, and full SDLC involvement, with TS/SCI clearance and U.S. citizenship as stated.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience with web application development.
• Experience building and consuming REST-based APIs.
• Full SDLC experience including requirements analysis, development, integration, and testing.
• Experience with both new development and enhancement of existing systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance web applications using modern backend languages and technologies.
• Build and integrate REST-based APIs and services.
• Analyze user requirements and translate them into software specifications.
• Integrate new capabilities with existing systems.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve software defects.
• Create and maintain software system documentation.
• Assist in developing and executing test procedures for software components.

Skills

Backend development

REST APIs

SDLC

Agile teamwork

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Job description

Active TS/SCI security clearance required. Benz Technology is unable to sponsor clearances. U.S. citizenship required.

About the Role

You will develop and enhance web applications as part of an agile delivery team, working across the full software development lifecycle. This role focuses on backend development with REST API integration, translating user requirements into working software solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance web applications using modern backend languages and technologies
• Build and integrate REST-based APIs and services
• Analyze user requirements and translate them into software specifications
• Integrate new capabilities with existing systems
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve software defects
• Create and maintain software system documentation
• Assist in developing and executing test procedures for software components

Required Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience with web application development
• Experience building and consuming REST-based APIs
• Full SDLC experience including requirements analysis, development, integration, and testing
• Experience with both new development and enhancement of existing systems

Desired Qualifications

• Experience working in agile/sprint-based delivery teams
• Familiarity with software testing methodologies and test execution