Back-end Engineer

The Opportunity:

As a back-end developer, you know that a good site or system needs the right combination of clean code, APIs, analytics, and infrastructure to develop a user-focused solution. We're looking for an experienced back-end developer with the software engineering skills it takes to identify potential risks, contribute to solution development, and create efficient and effective systems for our clients.

As a back-end developer at Booz Allen, you'll use the latest architectural approaches and open-source frameworks and tools to deliver solutions. You'll be developing and maintaining the technology needed to power the components which enable the user-facing side of enterprise applications databases to conceptualize and implement data storage solutions, run performance testing and benchmarking, and optimize data performance. Using your software engineering experience, you'll work with the development team to create custom tools, systems, and sites with consistent performance and scalability.

In this role, you'll make a mission-forward impact as you further your skillset and career. Work with us as we shape systems for the better.

Join us. The world can't wait.

You Have:

• 5+ years of experience in backend development and API design
• Experience in backend languages such as Python, Java, or Node.js
• Experience with JavaScript, SQL, server-side development, middleware, application or data integration, API development, core application systems, Groovy, Scala, Spring Cloud, Spring Core, Spring-Boot, or Spring Data
• Experience writing source code for new applications or generating and enhancing code samples for existing applications
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases such as PostgreSQL and MongoDB
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and containerization, including Docker and Kubernetes
• Knowledge of OAuth2, JWT, and API key-based authentication
• Knowledge of federal compliance frameworks such as FISMA or FedRAMP
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability/Fitness determination based on client requirements
• Bachelor's degree

Nice If You Have:

• Experience working on federal grant systems or public sector platforms
• Experience with cloud platforms including AWS GovCloud or Azure Government
• Knowledge of Grants.gov, GrantSolutions.gov, or equivalent API and System-to-System integration protocols
• Knowledge with SOAP APIs and legacy system integration

Vetting:

Applicants selected will be subject to a government investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements of the U.S. government client.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen's benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Identity Statement

As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you'll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, you'll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.