Senior Backend Architect - Distributed Systems (Remote)

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 143,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. seeks a Principal Software Developer Senior to lead backend and full-stack engineering across the organization.

You will define strategic direction, design scalable systems, and mentor engineers while collaborating with product managers to align technical excellence with mission needs. The role requires 5+ years of related experience, US citizenship, and the ability to obtain required clearances.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related experience.
• US Citizenship required.
• Experience with backend and distributed systems.
• Ability to obtain required clearances.
• Strong problem solving and architecture skills.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive strategic backend and full-stack practices.
• Lead development of scalable distributed systems for government customers.
• Serve as technical authority on system architecture and data design.
• Design modern service architectures and data pipelines.
• Collaborate with product managers to balance technical feasibility with business needs.
• Mentor engineers and promote engineering best practices.

Skills

Problem Solving

Software Solutions

Solutions Development

Job description

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. seeks a Principal Software Developer Senior to lead backend and full-stack engineering across the organization.

You will define strategic direction, design scalable systems, and mentor engineers while collaborating with product managers to align technical excellence with mission needs. The role requires 5+ years of related experience, US citizenship, and the ability to obtain required clearances.