Backend Developer

Verdantas

. Design, develop, and maintain backend functionality within applications using Python, Docker, Kubernetes, Opensearch and PostgreSQL .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $160,000 - $185,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in backend development using Python, with a strong focus on REST API design and PostgreSQL database management. Proficient in Docker and Kubernetes for application deployment and troubleshooting, while effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet technical requirements.

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Python DevelopmentREST API DesignPostgreSQL ManagementDocker ContainerizationTS/SCI Clearance

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Hard Skills

Backend DevelopmentData Validation with PydanticSQLAlchemy ORMSchema MigrationsQuery OptimizationOpenSearchCI/CD Pipeline ConfigurationAgile DevelopmentAutomated TestingTechnical Documentation

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsMentoringCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

DockerKubernetesOpenShiftPostgreSQLPydanticSQLAlchemyCI/CD Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

TS/SCI Clearance with Active CI Polygraph

Industry Keywords

Department of WarSoftware DevelopmentApplication SecurityPerformance ImprovementReliability

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

DockerKubernetesLinuxOpenShiftPostgresPythonSQLTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, develop, and maintain backend functionality within applications using Python, Docker, Kubernetes, Opensearch and PostgreSQL
Develop and maintain backend services and REST APIs, including request validation, error handling, and authentication and authorization integration
Use Pydantic for data validation and SQLAlchemy for database access and object-relational mapping in Python services
Design and maintain PostgreSQL schemas, queries, indexes, and database migrations, with attention to performance and data integrity
Build and maintain Docker images and deploy, configure, and troubleshoot applications in OpenShift
Investigate and resolve production issues across the user interface, backend services, database, and application deployment
Work with customers, product owners, and other stakeholders to clarify requirements, identify dependencies, and estimate implementation effort
Participate in technical design and code reviews, write automated tests, and maintain technical documentation
Mentor developers and collaborate with operations and security teams to support reliable application delivery

Requirements

What you’ll need

A bachelor’s degree may be substituted for 4 years of experience, and a master’s degree may be substituted for 6 years of experience
9 Years of experience in software or systems engineering or a highly related field of work with similar scope and responsibilities
TS/SCI Clearance with Active CI Polygraph
Strong experience developing backend services and REST APIs
Experience developing and maintaining backend applications and services using Python
Proficiency with PostgreSQL, including relational data modeling, SQL, schema migrations, indexing, and query optimization
Understanding of OpenSeach data structures, indexing, and querying
Hands-on experience with Docker, including writing Dockerfiles, building images, and troubleshooting containers
Strong communication skills and the ability to translate business and customer needs into clear technical requirements
Preferred: Deep expertise of Python and API design
Preferred: Familiarity with Software development within the Department of War
Preferred: Familiarity with Linux environments and Kubernetes concepts
Preferred: Experience configuring CI/CD pipelines and automating application deployments
Preferred: Experience improving application security, accessibility, performance, and reliability
Preferred: Experience working in an Agile development environment and coordinating with product, operations, and security teams

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible Work Environment
Paid Parental Leave
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life and AD&D Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
401(k) with Company Match
Paid Time Off + Holidays