Senior Backend API Engineer
Quevera
- Baltimore, Maryland, United States
- Baltimore, Maryland, United States
À propos
As a Senior Backend API Engineer, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry, contribute to innovative solutions supporting national security missions, and help modernize critical enterprise capabilities through automation, continuous monitoring, and cloud technologies. Whether you’re looking to expand your backend development expertise, work with cutting‑edge technologies, or grow your career in a collaborative environment, Quevera provides the support and opportunities to help you succeed.
Job Responsibilities
Design, develop, test, deploy, and sustain secure Python‑based backend applications and middleware services.
Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices using Django and Flask frameworks.
Build backend services that interact with MariaDB and MongoDB databases to retrieve, manage, and deliver application data.
Develop scalable API endpoints that serialize and transmit data in JSON format to front‑end applications.
Support the Secure the Enterprise initiative by developing capabilities that automate system security evaluation and authorization processes.
Design and implement backend solutions that support continuous monitoring, data collection, and lifecycle management across enterprise systems.
Develop, maintain, and enhance software components based on documented functional and technical requirements.
Collaborate with software engineers, system engineers, and mission stakeholders to develop and implement technical solutions.
Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve software defects while optimizing application performance and reliability.
Utilize Docker to develop, package, and deploy containerized applications.
Integrate existing software into new or modified operating environments and enterprise architectures.
Generate and maintain technical documentation, including API specifications and system documentation.
Participate in Agile software development activities, including sprint planning, daily standups, backlog refinement, and code reviews.
Utilize Git, Jira, and Confluence to support collaborative software development.
Ensure software quality through testing, code reviews, and adherence to development standards and best practices.
Qualifications
Active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance required.
Seven (7) or more years of experience developing backend software applications.
Demonstrated experience developing applications using Python.
Experience developing RESTful APIs and backend services.
Experience using Django and/or Flask frameworks.
Experience developing and supporting microservice‑based architectures.
Experience working with MongoDB and/or MariaDB databases.
Experience with Docker and containerized application development.
Experience developing secure, scalable, and high‑performing backend applications.
Strong troubleshooting, debugging, and analytical problem‑solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Desired Skills
Experience with AWS or other cloud computing platforms.
Experience serializing and exchanging data using JSON and/or XML.
Experience using Git for version control.
Experience working in an Agile software development environment.
Experience using Jira and Confluence for project management and documentation.
Experience generating technical documentation and API documentation.
Familiarity with continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) methodologies.
Experience supporting enterprise applications within secure or mission‑critical environments.
Benefits
100% employer‑paid medical coverage (optional plan)
Competitive options for Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
Employer‑paid short‑term and long‑term disability coverage
Employer‑paid life insurance
$5,000 annually for education, training, certifications, and professional development
Career advancement through our structured iQTouch Program
Up to 6% 401(k) match
Additional 4% profit‑sharing contribution, at company discretion
Quevera is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age or any other characteristic protected by law. #LI-AA1
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Compétences linguistiques
- English
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