Sr Backend Software Developer
CACI International1 day ago
Base Salary
$108k - $228k/yr
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications and services using Java and related server-side technologies.
- Develop and integrate backend APIs, microservices, and data services supporting mission applications and workflows.
- Design and implement AWS-based, cloud-native solutions focused on reliability, scalability, and security.
- Develop and optimize data solutions using PostgreSQL, MySQL, Elasticsearch, and OpenSearch, including modeling, queries, indexing, search, and performance optimization.
- Provide technical leadership through architecture decisions, code reviews, troubleshooting, development standards, mentoring, and collaboration with mission stakeholders.
Requirements
- Active TS/SCI clearance is required; a polygraph is preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- At least 7 years of software development experience, including significant hands-on backend development using Java.
- Strong experience with backend APIs, PostgreSQL or MySQL, Elasticsearch/OpenSearch, Git, and modern software development practices.
- Ability to independently solve complex technical problems and collaborate with engineers, product owners, DevSecOps teams, and mission stakeholders.
- Desired qualifications include AWS and cloud-native development, Spring Boot, microservices, containerization, Kubernetes, search and data discovery optimization, GEOINT or national security systems, and developer mentoring.
Benefits
- Full-time regular employment with up to 10% travel within the continental United States.
- Flexible time off, healthcare and wellness benefits, financial and retirement benefits, family support, continuing education, learning and development opportunities, and other time-off benefits.
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About CACI International
CACI International is a public government contractor that delivers enterprise IT, cybersecurity, electronic warfare, space, and intelligence solutions to U.S. defense, intelligence, and federal civilian customers. It provides systems engineering, software and data services, and mission support across C4ISR and business systems, primarily through long-term government contracts. Founded in 1962 and headquartered in Reston, Virginia, CACI trades on the NYSE under the ticker CACI.