Software Engineer-Mid – Backend

Job Family:

Software Development & Support

Travel Required:

Up to 10%

Clearance Required:

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

Guidehouse is responsible for developing enterprise systems for a federal government client. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned developer to join a collaborative, Agile team that will be building the backend of an enterprise-level application using a modern, cloud-hosted microservices architecture.

What You Will Do

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services for an enterprise-class, federal web application.

• Deliver high-quality, pattern-based, modular, security-driven code and test cases in an Agile, CI/CD environment, using Java, Spring / Spring Boot framework, and object-oriented design mapped to a relational database structure.

• Compose solutions that incorporate microservices, containerization, and RESTful Web components – leveraging DevOps pipelines to drive rapid delivery.

• Utilize technology stack components identified by Architects, including cloud native services such as API Gateway, SQS, S3, etc., in your design and code.

• Work with Frontend developers to develop service APIs that ensure smooth integration with the UI.

• Collaborate with Business Analysts to refine high-quality, UX-focused, requirements-driven User Stories for development.

• Work with QA Engineers to create and implement automated tests.

• Utilize secure coding practices and security scan results to prevent and remedy identified potential issues, early in the Sprint development cycle.

• Implement Role-based access controls and adhere to coding practices that meet sensitive data handling requirements.

• Work with Architects and Senior Engineers to align design of services and APIs with the application and cloud architectures, including adherence to team coding standards and architectural patterns.

• Proactively seek support and mentorship in this team environment, when in need of assistance.

• Proactively mentor and support Junior Engineers and perform peer code reviews.

• Develop and frequently deliver working, tested software that adheres to the system’s non-functional requirements and standards for quality, security, performance, user experience.

• Communicate effectively with your team and leadership when facing blockers and assist each other.

• Maintain thorough, well-written design and API documentation, as well as in-code documentation.

• Think creatively and apply software engineering principles and patterns to solve challenging issues.

What you Will Need

• U.S. Citizen

• Minimum of SIX (6) years of prior relevant experience.

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in related field.

• Must be able to obtain a Public Trust level clearance.  

• Experience with the following:

  • Java and Spring framework (or JEE), Spring Boot (or similar framework) and RESTful API-based system integration.

  • Containerized microservices development within Service-based architectures in enterprise applications.

  • Modern security standards, best practices and Role-Based Access Controls (RBAC).

  • Experience developing and consuming REST APIs.

  • Knowledge of relational databases, Object-Relational Mapping (ORM) (Hibernate, JPA annotations or similar)

• Familiarity with AWS cloud services such as S3, API Gateway, EKS, etc.

• Comfort with an Agile, iterative, feedback-driven design and delivery process based.

• A strong familiarity with design patterns and an understanding of what different technologies do well for different situations.  Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, with guidance from technical leads.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and ability to present and demonstrate your work to your team and the Product Owner.

What Would Be Nice To Have

• Experience working directly with AWS cloud services, such as EKS, API Gateway, SQS.

• Familiarity with Message-driven design patterns.

• Familiarity with financial systems.

• Some UI / front-end experience (Angular, React).

Certifications

• AWS Cloud Practitioner - preferred (not required)

The annual salary range for this position is $113,000.00-$188,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Parental Leave

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Group Term Life and Travel Assistance

• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance

• Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Care.com annual membership

• Employee Assistance Program

• Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

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