Mid-Level Backend Software Engineer

Ennoble First Inc.; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ennoble First is seeking a Mid-Level Backend Software Engineer to support an Intelligence Community customer in Gaithersburg, Maryland. This position supports a high-visibility, data-driven application used across the organization for analytics and reporting.

The Backend Software Engineer will build and maintain core backend services, develop RESTful APIs, support data-driven functionality, and contribute to ongoing system enhancements within a Linux-based environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering with 4–8 years of experience, or Master's with 2–6 years.
• Experience developing object-oriented applications in Java or Python.
• Hands-on experience building RESTful APIs and SQL queries.
• Working knowledge of Linux-based environments and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain backend components using Java or Python.
• Develop RESTful services and support system integrations.
• Apply OO design to build scalable, maintainable systems.
• Write SQL queries and support data retrieval for tooling.
• Collaborate to integrate data sources and support backend workflows.
• Develop and troubleshoot in Linux environments and ensure reliability.

Skills

Java

Python

RESTful APIs

SQL

Linux

Independence

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Software Engineering

Master's degree

Tools

Spring Boot

Django

GitLab

Jenkins

Docker

OpenShift

AWS

Azure

Apache Airflow

Job description

Location

Gaithersburg, MD

Required Clearance

Active TS/SCI with the Ability to Successfully Complete a Polygraph

Employment Type

Full-Time Regular

Shift

Day

Travel

No

Relocation Assistance

Yes

Company Overview

We are Ennoble First. The people supporting and securing some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects across the country. We ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work has meaning and impact on the world around us, but also on us, and that's important. Ennoble First is your place. You make it your own by embracing autonomy, seizing opportunity, and being trusted to deliver your best every day. We think. We act. We deliver. There is no challenge we can't turn into an opportunity.

Position Overview

Ennoble First is seeking a Mid-Level Backend Software Engineer to support an Intelligence Community customer in Gaithersburg, Maryland. This position supports a high-visibility, data-driven application used across the organization for analytics and reporting. The Backend Software Engineer will build and maintain core backend services, develop RESTful APIs, support data-driven functionality, and contribute to ongoing system enhancements within a Linux-based environment. The position directly supports system reliability, performance, and data accuracy for mission stakeholders.

Primary Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain backend application components using Java or Python.
• Develop and maintain RESTful services supporting application functionality and system integrations.
• Apply object-oriented design principles to build scalable and maintainable systems.
• Write and modify SQL queries to support application functionality and data retrieval.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to understand data sources, formats, and access methods and support their integration into backend systems.
• Develop and troubleshoot applications within Linux-based environments.
• Implement backend logic supporting data transformation, processing, and system workflows.
• Identify, debug, and resolve application-level defects and performance issues.
• Follow coding standards, participate in code reviews, and support documentation efforts.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field with 4-8 years of experience, or Master's degree with 2-6 years of experience.
• Professional experience developing object-oriented applications in Java or Python.
• Hands-on experience building and maintaining RESTful APIs.
• Basic to moderate SQL experience, including writing queries and working with relational databases.
• Working knowledge of Linux-based environments.
• Ability to work independently on defined tasks within established technical frameworks and deliver reliable results.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Apache Airflow or similar workflow orchestration technologies.
• Experience with Spring Boot, Django, or similar backend frameworks.
• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines such as GitLab, Jenkins, or similar technologies.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker or OpenShift.
• Exposure to cloud environments such as AWS or Azure.
• Experience working in Agile development environments.

Pay Range

$110,000-$130,000

The Ennoble First pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Ennoble First is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.

Ennoble First is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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