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Back-End Software Engineer, Senior

Virginia, United StatesHybridFull Time$86,800–$198,000 /yrPosted 2 months agoVisa sponsorship available

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Role summary

Booz Allen is seeking an experienced Senior Back-End Software Engineer to develop user-focused solutions using clean code, APIs, analytics, and robust infrastructure. The role involves leveraging the latest architectural approaches and open-source frameworks to create efficient, scalable systems with consistent performance. The engineer will identify risks, contribute to solution development, and work with the team to build custom tools, systems, and sites. This position offers the opportunity to make a mission-forward impact and advance your career while working on critical projects. A Bachelor's degree and Top Secret clearance are required.

Job Number: R0235366
Back-End Software Engineer, Senior
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. 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:

  • 4+ years of experience with software development
  • 2+ years of experience with Python back-end development, such as Flask or Django
  • Experience with database design, such as Postgres or SQL
  • Experience working in an Agile environment
  • Experience with container orchestration technologies, such as Docker or Kubernetes
  • Experience working with GIS data, including raster and vector, and imagery
  • Top Secret clearance
  • Bachelor's degree

Nice If You Have:

  • Experience with C++
  • Experience with programming in modern JavaScript frameworks, such as VueJS, React, or Angular
  • Experience engaging with customers to interpret requirements and architect solutions
  • TS/SCI clearance
  • Security+ Certification

Clearance:
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Top Secret clearance is required.
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.
Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.
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.

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