Back End Software Engineer III - Dreamcatcher

Epsilon C5I ( is focused on software development and systems engineering for complex command, control, intelligence and combat systems. Our engineering efforts provide the warfighter with common enterprise solutions to improve information sharing and combat effectiveness. If you have a passion for excellence in engineering and enjoy working on challenging projects in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment – read on!

Summary

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Back End Software Engineer III with 4-8 or more years of experience to join our DECIMATE Dreamcatcher team. Dreamcatcher is a weapons pairing optimization application. As a member of the team, you will play a vital role in designing, developing, and maintaining the server-side logic, databases, and APIs of our software applications. This role demands strong problem-solving skills, proficiency in programming languages, and a good understanding of backend technologies and best practices.

Responsibilities

1. Design and implement server-side logic for our software applications. Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code using appropriate programming languages and frameworks.
2. Create and maintain APIs (e.g., REST APIs, microservices, etc.). Ensure APIs are well-documented, secure, and adhere to industry standards.
3. Design, implement, and manage databases that store and retrieve data efficiently. Optimize database queries, manage data migrations, and ensure data integrity.
4. Identify and address bottlenecks, latency issues, and other performance-related challenges in the backend systems. Optimize code, queries, and configurations to ensure optimal application speed and responsiveness.
5. Implement security measures to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance with security standards. Use encryption, authentication, and authorization mechanisms to access/secure resources.
6. Develop and implement testing strategies, including unit testing, integration testing, and automated testing. Ensure code quality, stability, and reliability through rigorous testing.
7. Investigate and resolve backend-related issues and bugs reported by users or discovered during testing. Implement solutions to prevent recurrence.
8. Collaborate closely with other developers, product managers, and other team members to understand requirements, provide technical insights, and deliver integrated solutions.

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science or related discipline (e.g., Software Engineering, Computer Engineering).
2. Four to eight (4-8+) plus years of professional experience involving Software Design, Development, Test, and Evaluation.
3. Proficient with Java or Python.
4. Experience with developing APIs or REST services and interfacing with external APIs.
5. Experience with designing and interfacing with databases (Postgres, NoSQL, etc.).
6. Experience working with Linux operating systems.
7. An existing US Security Clearance (SECRET or above).
8. Pursuant to the various government contractual requirements, all applicants must be U.S. Citizens.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Familiar with XmlPath and JsonPath.
2. Experience with Scripting and Deployment Languages (Python, Bash, Ansible, Terraform).
3. Experience with Docker, OpenShift, and Helm.

Travel Requirements

1. Quarterly TEMs held in San Diego, CA.

Pay Range

The pay range for this role is $120,000 to $175,000 annually. This is a reasonable estimate for this role. Individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

ADA Notations

1. Able to handle prolonged sitting and use of computer.
2. Office environment.

Epsilon Systems Solutions Inc. and its subsidiaries are proud to be Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers, Minority/Female/Disabled/Veterans.