Back End Developer

Description & Requirements

Join the Maximus Technology Consulting Services team supporting a Department of Defense client's exciting and innovative software development program designed to develop and deploy digital capability to cyber mission forces around the world.



*This role is contingent upon award

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The Back End Developer will be responsible for:

-Developing services that execute business logic functions.
-Design, implement, and manage databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB) to store and retrieve data efficiently.

Back-End Developers work with database systems to ensure data integrity and optimal performance
-Implementing security measures to protect sensitive data, prevent unauthorized access, and address potential vulnerabilities.

This includes encryption, authentication, and authorization mechanisms
-Designing the back-end architecture to be scalable, allowing the application to handle increased user loads and growing data volumes without sacrificing performance
-Identifying and addressing performance bottlenecks in the back-end code to ensure optimal speed and responsiveness of the application
-Perform user research and usability testing to develop and prioritize user stories across project lines of effort
-Contribute to goals identified through program requirements in collaboration with government clients during agile planning events
-Develop quality code which can pass security reviews and scans
-Effectively work within an ecosystem of government and contractor staff
-Achieve velocity and story point completion goals
-Maintain system boundary authority to operate and compliance with DoD Enterprise DevSecOps mandates including the DoD Enterprise DevSecOps Reference Design, Container Hardening guide and cybersecurity requirements

Required Skills & Qualifications:

-Due to program requirements, individuals must be US Citizens, authorized to work in the United States without Sponsorship, and eligible to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

-BS degree in computer science, engineering, or technical equivalent.

Additional years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of degree.

-5+ years of experience in software development.

-Direct significant experience integrating legacy Big Data Platforms (BDPs), developing new applications and services, and following agile methodologies in line with US Cyber Command (USCYBERCOM), JCWA, and similar DOD environments.

-One or more of the following certifications:

CASP+ CE

CISSP

CISSP- ISSAP or CISSP-ISSEP

CSSLP

CSSP

Preferred Skills & Qualifications:

-Active TS/SCI clearance.

-Experience with Cloud-based systems and/or Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning Development.

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EEO Statement

EEO Statement: Active military service members, their spouses, and veteran candidates often embody the core competencies Maximus deems essential, and bring a resiliency and dependability that greatly enhances our workforce.

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