Cleared Software Engineer (MongoDB)

Bestgate Engineering; Linthicum (MD); Hybrid; USD 185,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible PTO + 11 holidays

7% 401k employer gift

100% paid Carefirst medical premiums

Training/career pathing

Internal Mobility Program

Morale building events

External referral bonuses

Job summary

Bestgate Engineering is seeking a Software Engineer (MongoDB) to join a mission-focused team developing automated capabilities that improve security, data management, and operational workflows. You will work on database development and contribute to cloud-based applications, microservices, and data-driven solutions from design through implementation.

The role requires 14+ years in software or database engineering (or equivalent), MongoDB experience, Django or Flask, RESTful endpoints,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; four years additional TE or related experience may substitute for degree.
• 14+ years of software/database engineering experience on large projects.
• Experience with MongoDB in enterprise contexts.
• Experience with Django or Flask in web apps.
• Experience developing and integrating RESTful endpoints.
• Experience with microservices architecture.
• Experience designing and developing database structures and data workflows.
• Experience supporting database development, storage, retrieval and analysis.
• Ability to lead technical requirements from inception to completion.
• Experience with Swagger/OpenAPI; AWS/C2S or other cloud environments; Docker.
• Experience with JSON/XML serialization; Jira/Confluence; Git; Agile environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical requirements from project inception through completion.
• Develop and integrate RESTful endpoints.
• Design and develop database structures and data workflows.
• Support database development, data storage, retrieval, and analysis.
• Work with MongoDB on cloud-based applications and microservices.

Skills

MongoDB

Django/Flask

RESTful APIs

Microservices

Agile

Leadership

Cloud environments

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Docker

Swagger/OpenAPI

Jira/Confluence

Git

Visual Studio Code

Job description

Software Engineer (MongoDB)*This role is eligible for up to 1 day a week of telework*
SummaryJoin a mission-focused team developing modern, automated capabilities that improve how enterprise systems manage security, data, and operational workflows. This role offers the opportunity to work on database development and contribute to cloud-based applications, microservices, and data-driven solutions from design through implementation.
Required

• 14+ years of experience in software or database engineering on projects of similar size and scope.
• Experience with MongoDB.
• Experience with Django or Flask.
• Experience developing and integrating RESTful endpoints.
• Experience working with microservices.
• Experience designing and developing database structures and data workflows.
• Experience supporting database development, data storage, retrieval, and analysis.
• Ability to lead technical requirements from project inception through completion.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Four (4) years of additional TE or related experience may be substituted for a Bachelor’s degree.
• Required Security Clearance: TS/SCI w/Poly
• Experience with Swagger/OpenAPI.
• Experience with AWS, C2S, or other cloud environments.
• Experience with Docker.
• Experience with Visual Studio Code or similar IDEs.
• Experience with JSON and/or XML serialization.
• Experience with Jira and Confluence.
• Experience with Git version control.
• Experience working in an Agile environment.

*Salary Range: $185,000 - $230,000
*The provided salary range is an approximation based on current market data and may vary. The final offer will be determined after carefully considering the candidate’s skills, experience, and qualifications as they relate to the position. This range is intended as a reference point and is subject to change.

Bestgate Engineering is a leading software and systems engineering firm supporting military and government customers.

We are currently hiring Cleared Software Developers, CNO Engineers, Systems Engineers, DevOps Engineers, and Security Engineers.

At Bestgate, you'll work alongside some of the industry's most experienced software and systems engineers, tackling mission-critical challenges across cloud-native technologies, software modernization, embedded systems, data science, DevSecOps, and more. We believe exceptional people deserve exceptional support, which is why we offer a competitive benefits package focused on your well-being, career development, and work-life balance, including:

• Competitive Pay – Less frill for more in your base pay.
• Flexible PTO to fit your work/life needs + 11 holidays.
• 7% 401k Employer Gift – Vested immediately.
• 100% Paid Carefirst medical premiums for both individuals and families.
• Training/Career Pathing – Annual budget for training, mentoring, and an Internal Mobility Program.
• Morale Building Events – Time given to enjoy connecting with other Bestgate Employees.

External Referral Program - If now's not the right time, but you know someone that is looking for a change, we offer competitive external referral bonuses for every hire!

Equal Employment Opportunity: Bestgate Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer and federal contractor. We recruit, hire, train, compensate, and promote qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.