Senior Backend Engineer: Scalable Data Systems (Python/FastAPI)

RPMGlobal; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Base-2 Solutions is seeking a Software Engineer Level 5 to develop, maintain, and enhance complex software systems. This backend-centric role focuses on data engineering, API development, and scalable Python services using FastAPI and PostgreSQL.

You will contribute to high-performance integrations across mission-critical systems, design robust data models, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, secure software in a demanding environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a backend developer with Python and FastAPI.
• Experience in data engineering and API development.
• Proficiency in PostgreSQL and Elasticsearch for data handling.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enhance complex software systems.
• Design, implement, and integrate software applications.
• Ensure efficient delivery using industry standards and repeatable processes.
• Mitigate risks and manage large-scale software projects.

Skills

Backend development

Data engineering

API development

Python

FastAPI

PostgreSQL

Elasticsearch

Education

High School Diploma

Associates Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

PhD

Tools

PostgreSQL

Elasticsearch

SQL indexing

Job description

Base-2 Solutions is seeking a Software Engineer Level 5 to develop, maintain, and enhance complex software systems. This backend-centric role focuses on data engineering, API development, and scalable Python services using FastAPI and PostgreSQL.

You will contribute to high-performance integrations across mission-critical systems, design robust data models, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, secure software in a demanding environment.