Senior Backend Software Engineer | Java, AWS, Microservices

CACI; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 108,000 - 228,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI is seeking a Senior Backend Software Developer for the GEOINT Tradecraft Suite (GTS), a mission-critical platform delivering advanced geospatial intelligence capabilities to national security users. In this role, you will design and develop scalable backend services that support mission applications, data processing, search, and integration across the GTS platform.

You will work closely with software engineers, product owners, DevSecOps engineers, mission users, and program leadership to

Qualifications

• Hold an active TS/SCI clearance; a polygraph is preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of software development experience with backend Java development.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications and services using Java and related server-side technologies.
• Develop and integrate RESTful APIs, microservices, and data services supporting mission applications and workflows.
• Design and implement solutions using AWS services and cloud-native architectures with focus on reliability, scalability, and security.
• Develop and optimize data solutions using PostgreSQL, MySQL, and Elasticsearch/OpenSearch, including data modeling, queries, indexing, and performance optimization.
• Provide technical leadership through architecture decisions, code reviews, troubleshooting, development standards, and mentoring while supporting Agile and CI/CD delivery.

Skills

Java

REST APIs

PostgreSQL

MySQL

Elasticsearch/OpenSearch

Git

AWS

Spring Boot

Microservices

Kubernetes

Containerization

TS/SCI clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or related field

Job description

CACI is seeking a Senior Backend Software Developer for the GEOINT Tradecraft Suite (GTS), a mission-critical platform delivering advanced geospatial intelligence capabilities to national security users. In this role, you will design and develop scalable backend services that support mission applications, data processing, search, and integration across the GTS platform.

You will work closely with software engineers, product owners, DevSecOps engineers, mission users, and program leadership to